Senior Accountant

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About Sotheby s:
Established in 1744, Sotheby s is the world s premier destination for art and luxury. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories, including Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, Design, collectible cars and real estate.

Sotheby s is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

• To ensure accurate accounting of global fixed assets, internal use software and leases
• To prepare relevant, timely and reliable reporting of actuals to support decision making and forecasting
• To act as a key contact for audits
• Monthly accounting: preparation of monthly results, variance analysis and commentary in accordance with the agreed corporate timetable for senior management review
• Ensure clear process in place for creation of new fixed assets, disposals and useful life reviews
• Maintain Lease Query with latest global lease information, complying with IFRS 16
• Controllership: maintaining and preparing accurate balance sheet reconciliations
• Adhere to company policies and internal controls
• Support all audit requests pertaining to fixed assets or leases
• Additional projects & analysis: provide ad-hoc analysis to support business and finance initiatives
• Develop relevant dashboards to improve reporting
• Support implementation of ad hoc projects and processes (e.g., setting up new entities)

• Fully Qualified Accountant with CPA / ACCA / CIMA
• Audit experience preferred
• Experience of Lease Query and SAP beneficial
• Educated to degree level
• Excellent communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships both within finance and with stakeholders at all levels
• Creative problem-solving ability
• Excellent computer skills including Excel
• Knowledge of Sotheby s or the art industry beneficial

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $80,000-$100,000. In addition to base salary, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, licensure or certifications, and applicable market and organizational factors.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries:
  Artists and Writers, Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry