Senior Accountant, Distribution- Hybrid

In the Senior Accountant, Distribution position, it is responsible for preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts, and for assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and maintaining internal financial controls for assigned business units. Additionally, seeks process improvements and maintains effective communication to ensure proper accounting practices are followed.

• Manage accounting, projections, plans, & inventory control responsibilities for the distribution operations of the Genesco Branded Group including any third-party logistics sites
• Functional expert on relationship and flow of financial transactions between Warehouse systems (Manhattan WMI and Pro Ship) and Financial Systems (Jesta and Peoplesoft)
• Assist with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements including prepare and posting journal entries, reconciliations and maintaining balance sheet accounts
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
• Accounting lead on the physical inventory process in distribution centers
• Partner cross-functionally with other departments to ensure proper accounting for inventory purchases, payments, and expenses
• Support audits (internal and external) by preparing schedules, documentation, and process narratives
• Provide prompt and reliable management information to improve operations, and streamline work processes
• Collaborate with IT/Systems teams to implement automation, reporting tools, and ERP enhancements
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 5+ years of related accounting experience
• CPA designation desired but not required
• Intellectually curious self-starter who is comfortable being an agent of change
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
• Ability to learn and competently use People Soft
• Superb attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask and to improve work processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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