Job Number: 23367 Position Title: Sr Dir Financial Reporting External Description: About the Role: The Sr. Director of Financial Reporting will work directly with the SVP Finance with regular interaction with the brand controllers, FP&A, treasury and the CFO. This position will manage the external financial reporting function of the individual brands and consolidation for bank and audit reporting purposes. The position will also be responsible for financial reporting of various partnership entities within the organization and assistance with corporate technical accounting matters. This role will work with a brand financial reporting function currently in place and assist with transforming the team to a collaborative consolidated function that supports the Knitwell organization. This position is on-site in our Hingham, MA corporate office. What You'll Do:
- Manage a team responsible for aspects of the consolidation and financial reporting processes at both the brand and Knitwell consolidated level. Preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows), maintenance of GAAP to adjusted EBITDA reconciliation and preparation of annual financial statements and related footnotes. Preparation of financial reports used for partnership tax returns for Knitwell entities.
- Work independently on special projects and their impact to the Company including moderate to complex technical accounting transactions, implementation and migration of new systems
- Assess and document the internal control environment (brand and consolidation level)
- Manage and coordinate with external auditors as part of the annual financial audit process
Who You Are:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
- 10+ years of progressive industry with public accounting experience and CPA/MBA preferred
- Hands-on experience with ERP Systems (Oracle, SAP), Hyperion and proficient in Microsoft
- Excel and Word. Aptitude for learning new systems
- Well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills
- Comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong managerial and organizational skills are essential
- Ability to work independently and efficiently while maintaining upward communication
What We Offer:
- Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next.
- Condensed Work Week! If we have no work obligations, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
- Complete Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.
- Merchandise Discounts! You will be eligible for 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within merchandise. You will also be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job.City: State: Community / Marketing Title: Sr. Director, Financial Reporting Company Profile: Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.EEO Employer Verbiage: Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact ...@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. Talbots will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation. PositionType_Description: Full Time Location_formattedLocationLong: Hingham, Massachusetts US