Accounting Manager - Financial Reporting - Remote Available

Company: La-Z-Boy
Location: Lansing
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Manager of the Corporate Accounting team, including consolidation of actual, forecast, and plan financial results, as well as consolidated external financial reporting to the SEC and investors, internal financial reporting to executive management, and technical accounting research. Responsible for the Corporate balance sheet and P&L, including preparation and review of actual, forecast, and plan financial results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):
* Supervise the monthly, quarterly and annual closing and consolidation of the Corporate financial statements. Review tasks and various journal entries of staff accountants.
* Responsible for the preparation and review of our external filings with the SEC, including XBRL. Supervise the preparation of the various internal financial reports, utilized by the Board of Directors, Investor Relations, and management.
* Supervise the monthly forecast process for the corporate departments and complete the monthly consolidated forecast for all divisions, including the monthly report on variances in the forecast compared to plan, prior year and the prior forecast. Coordinates the Corporate annual operating plan process and consolidation of the company-wide annual operating plan.
* Responsible for SEC and U.S. GAAP accounting research, including documentation and implementation of applicable ASC and SEC pronouncements.
* Special projects which may include, identifying and implementing process improvements which drive efficiencies, technical research, and ad hoc financial analysis.
* Responsible for setting, monitoring and enforcing corporate accounting policies.
* Responsible for maintaining compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.

SCOPE & IMPACT: The Manager of Financial Reporting supervises all consolidated financial reporting for the company, requiring strong technical accounting knowledge due to the number and complexity of intercompany relationships, eliminations, and complex financial transactions. This role is responsible for overseeing the close process related to the Corporate balance sheet and P&L. In addition, this role leads all SEC compliance and reporting for the company, which is a required skill set for this role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with 6-8 years of relevant experience or equivalent
* 3-5 years of supervisory/leadership experience or equivalent
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
* Must be detail oriented with strong financial analysis skills.
* Able to communicate financial concepts to non-accounting partners in a clear manner.
* Knowledge of design and execution of internal controls to provide comfort with financial disclosures and reporting risks.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
* Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
* C.P.A

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: up to 5 direct and indirect reports

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Indicate any physical demands required to perform essential functions and/or work environments that the incumbent is subject to in performing the essential functions.

CORE ATTRIBUTES: Communicate Transparently Lead the Team Impact and Influence Deliver Results Coach and Develop At La-Z-Boy, we are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. We understand that our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to Build Something Amazing.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:
La-Z-Boy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our practice to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. All employment decisions and related entities will be made on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It is our policy and commitment to ensure equal opportunity is provided in all employment opportunities and practices, regardless of race, color, religion, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. La-Z-Boy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail or call (734) 242-1444. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under law, please .

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