Senior Manager, Accounting
Life Fitness

Job Info

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An empty treadmill isn't compelling, but once someone steps on it, the stories are limitless. Our goal is to connect people emotionally to their fitness journey. We are a global team coming from different cultures and backgrounds with a shared passion to achieve and live our mission of inspiring healthier lives.

Inspire. Innovate. Make an impact and join our team!

Our Senior Manager, Accounting, will lead a team of 4 direct reports, reporting to the VP & Global Controller. Responsible for all accounting and monthly close activities for the US business, this role will provide a critical leadership position in the finance function of the organization.

Our Sr. Manager of Accounting will (responsibilities):

• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly and year-end close along with the timely reporting of all monthly financial information for all clients.
• Standardize the process for and review key reconciliations in the close process.
• Assist in the Company's evaluation of technical accounting matters, including those related to complex transactions, emerging areas, and adoption of new accounting standards.
• Serve as a key resource for special projects with the ability to both lead as well as provide meaningful contributions.
• Assist in the drafting and/or updating existing financial, accounting and other business policies, including technical accounting guidance, as needed, to support the business.
• Address existing capability gaps and identifying opportunities to enhance and better leverage process and technology to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build, lead, mentor, and develop a team; this includes growing junior-level team members, stretching senior-level team members, monitoring and balancing workloads to ensure timely and accurate work product, and reviewing work to provide coaching/feedback.
• Coordinate the external audit work for the key corporate, shared service and operational functions/accounts.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual financial statements including preparation of key footnotes, MD&A and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP.
• Recognizing the different perspectives and priorities of executives and functional groups within the Company to effectively meet the diverse needs and timing of the various business leaders including the development of standardized and ad-hoc reporting.
• Instinctively recognize inconsistencies in financial data and initiate appropriate corrective action.

What are we looking for in our Sr. Manager of Accounting (qualifications)?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance; CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of accounting experience preferably with a blend of public accounting and public and/or private company experience.
• A strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Proven track record for process improvement especially through technology and automation.
• A strong knowledge of internal controls as well as the implementation of controls within a growing organization.
• A desire to learn, a strong intellectual curiosity, and an infectious positive attitude.
• A sense of urgency to meet deadlines and the ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
• A strong work ethic and the highest level of integrity.
• A proven track record of managing and leading teams to success.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Solid leadership skills and abilities to manage multiple skill sets and personalities.
• An ability to cultivate effective relationships with colleagues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to interface and connect at all levels of an organization.
• Flexibility as it relates to changing priorities and working in gray areas.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Determined personality with a desire to recognize improvement opportunities and drive change.
• Ability to prepare timely and accurate reports with an excellent attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle Financials, particularly General Ledger, preferred.
• Strong Excel skills.

Want to take the next step in your career?

Life Fitness takes pride in our talented employees and believe in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits and unleash your potential.

If you feel the open position you see is right for you, we invite you to apply.

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