Senior Manager of Accounting

Senior Manager of Accounting

Senior Manager of Accounting is responsible for leading the accounting function and collaborating with internal teams and external advisors. The role provides technical expertise on complex accounting issues, develops strategies to enhance processes through technology, and supports change management initiatives within the retail organization.

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely and accurate financial statements and supporting schedules, documentation, and reconciliations for monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Ensure compliance with external reporting standards (GAAP) and internal policies, including documentation and review of SOX controls.
• Assist with the preparation of SEC filings, including 10Q, 10K, 8K, and the Proxy.
• Provide strategic leadership to enhance accounting processes and documentation through implementation of new technologies.
• Oversee the company’s equity award program, including issuance and record‑keeping of all equity awards.
• Prepare Form 4s for reporting equity transactions by Section 16 filers.
• Partner with external tax firm to ensure accurate and timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns and related business filings.
• Ensure all non‑income tax obligations and filings, such as sales tax, use tax, personal property tax, and business licenses, are met in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain effective internal control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.
• Assist Legal and HR with insurance coverage, renewals, and contracts.
• Review and advise on actuarial inputs.
• Follow up and ensure timely resolution of claims and disputes.
• Support VP of Finance in managing investments and daily banking activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong understanding and experience of accounting under U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with income taxes and indirect taxes, including sales/use and property taxes.
• Aptitude for technology implementations to modernize processes and drive efficiency.
• Ability to work independently, multi‑task, and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effectively coach and develop staff, mentoring through feedback and clear expectations.
• Works with the team to determine high‑priority objectives, deadlines, etc., and broadly shares responsibility and accountability.

• Four‑year accounting degree and an active CPA license required.
• Six years or more of experience in a comparable management position.

• Regularly required to sit and frequently use hands to handle or feel objects.
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly.
• Employee may occasionally need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Contact Information

Contact Name: Kellie Jones
Company Name: CITITRENDS
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