Corporate Accounting Manager

Job description

Corporate Accounting Manager

Imperial is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead corporate accounting for Imperial, Pukka, and Winston Collection under the Paramount Brands umbrella. This role owns accounts payable, fixed assets and treasury, working with the Director of Accounting on policies and controls as well as external audit relationships, while partnering closely with the Controller and cross-functional leaders across the portfolio. This is a combination of building something new and optimizing what already exists, taking the corporate accounting function to its next stage of maturity.

Full Time

Location: Onsite - Chesterfield, Mo.

What You'll Be Doing

Serve as the corporate accounting backbone supporting Imperial, Pukka, and Winston Collection, with dotted-line oversight and coordination across all three operating brands

Manage daily accounting functions and lead the accounting team responsible for accounts payable, treasury, fixed assets, travel & expense, lease accounting, and general accounting processes

Own the fixed assets function across the portfolio, managing the team member who performs day-to-day fixed asset work while retaining accountability for accuracy and controls

Lead timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring transactions are properly recorded in the general ledger

Prepare and review financial statements and account reconciliations in accordance with accounting regulations and corporate guidelines

Serve as a liaison for external audits and oversee SG&A accounting and reporting

Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies and internal controls across Imperial, Pukka, and Winston Collection

Manage information requests for corporate financial reporting, corporate tax, and internal and external audits

Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members

Drive continuous improvement, including participation in Lean initiatives and Kaizen events

Other duties and special assignments, as assigned

What We Need

Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA preferred

6+ years of accounting and/or finance experience, including 4+ years in a manufacturing environment (low-volume, high-mix product portfolio preferred)

Experience with an ERP system; NetSuite experience strongly preferred

Expert Excel user with a strong understanding of databases, queries, and reports

Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects with little to no supervision

Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a proven ability to develop personnel

Strong collaborator who can build relationships with cross-functional business partners and senior leadership

Prior experience transforming or rebuilding an accounting function is a plus

Career-minded professional looking to grow long-term, with potential to progress toward a Controller-level role

Ability to travel periodically depending on business need, including periodic travel to Bourbon and Pukka

Ability to work out of our Bourbon Location during onboarding

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working at a computer or workstation

Ability to use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and keyboards

Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via electronic communication

Occasional ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Ability to move throughout the facility, including walking, bending, and reaching as needed

Visual acuity sufficient to read screens, documents, and reports

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Health care (medical, dental, vision)

Employee Assistance Program

PTO (vacation, personal days, and 9 company holidays)

Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth

Employee product discounts

Free hats

Company Overview

Since 1916, Imperial has epitomized luxury, authenticity, and individuality by crafting premium headwear, apparel, and accessories with an unwavering dedication to quality and detail. Our team is committed to excellence–serving customers in golf, retail, corporate, and destination/leisure markets. We are available in the top resorts, golf courses, national sporting events, and retail locations nationwide. As the #1 headwear brand* in the golf market and an entrusted licensing partner for companies including Nike, Adidas, and Peter Millar–Imperial is leading the industry in decorative apparel.

*Voted by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and reported by Golf Datatech

Our Mission

We create and deliver innovative, and premium quality products with unmatched speed and exceptional service.

Imperial is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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