International Accounting Manager

About The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

International Accounting Manager

We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior International Accounting Lead to develop, maintain, and scale our accounting processes across our emerging international markets. This pivotal role will design and implement a go‑to‑market accounting playbook in close collaboration with multi‑functional teams. You will be instrumental in establishing and optimizing local accounting practices, understanding local guidance and reconciling to US GAAP ledgers, streamlining international consolidation processes, and ensuring the robust application of foreign exchange hedge accounting principles.

• Oversee and maintain financial statements and accounting records for international entities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with global accounting policies and standards.
• Develop and implement the accounting strategy and framework for new international entities upon market expansion.
• Enhance and standardize accounting policies, procedures and reporting processes across our global operations.
• Own reconciliation between local accounting standards and US GAAP, ensuring appropriate presentation.
• Manage relationships with external accounting service providers and other internal stakeholders.
• Take ownership of the financial consolidation of international entities on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of consolidated financial statements.
• Lead the review, reconciliation, and elimination of intercompany transactions and balances across international entities.
• Act as the primary point of contact for consolidation topics, including those related to foreign currency translation adjustments.
• Collaborate closely with our Treasury team to lead the technical accounting for foreign currency derivatives and other hedging activities in adherence to ASC 815.
• Prepare and review detailed analyses and disclosures for derivatives and hedging activities for financial reporting.
• Identify and champion opportunities for process improvements and automation within assigned accounting functions.
• Design, implement, and monitor robust internal controls over financial reporting.
• Stay current with changes in accounting regulations, proactively evaluating their impact on our international operations and financial reporting.
• Conduct technical accounting research on complex international and hedge accounting standards as needed.
• Provide comprehensive documentation and analysis to support internal and external audits related to international financials and hedging.

• Eight (8) to eleven (11) years of relevant professional experience in Accounting, with proven strengths in overseeing and consolidating financial statements of international subsidiaries or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and provide leadership to accounting teams and partners abroad.
• Experience developing accounting processes in newly entered countries.
• Knowledge of ASC 815 and direct experience accounting for foreign currency hedging is preferred, but not required.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with major ERPs.
• Strong understanding of U.S GAAP principles and/or IFRS.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical mindset and excellent cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to travel up to 4 times a year internationally.

Base Salary Range: $104,500 - $188,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. New hires typically start between $104,500 and $139,000 per year.

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