Financial Reporting Accountant II
1. Assists in coordination of monthly close process and review of financial and statistical data received from global subsidiaries of Mary Kay Inc. and Mary Kay Holding Corporation. Understands translation, consolidation, and elimination concepts and processes in the HFM application used to generate consolidated financial statements. Prepares elimination entries as needed. Communicates with various levels of personnel in both the U.S. and international to provide and clarify instructions and requirements for month end reporting. Responds to questions and assists with research relating to variances or other issues during the close process. 20%
2. Reviews monthly and quarterly financial reports for accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP, Company policy, and complex financial reporting standards. Prepares and reviews charts and reports published in the monthly Bluebook and quarterly Quarterbook using Microsoft Excel, HFM Smartview, Workiva Wdesk, Hyperion Reporting Studio, and other systems or tools as applicable. Prepares financial reports for management as requested. Conducts review processes that minimize risk of error in reporting. Uses review reports in analysis to increase efficiency in review processes and ensure reports are complete and accurate. Documents reporting processes for audit and business continuity purposes. 20%
3. Assists with review of International Bonus Program Free Cash Flow reports based on Forecast from Hyperion Financial Planning and based on Actual at year end from HFM. Calculates and inputs data in both systems for FX adjustments, investment market adjustments, and other adjustments as needed. Ensures report layouts are functioning as intended and resulting in accurate financial data. Identifies issues and participates in resolution. 15%
4. Assists in preparation and completion of U.S. government census and economic surveys. Obtains information from various personnel within the Company and maintains proper documentation to support data reported. Ensures data is submitted timely to avoid statutory penalties for non-compliance. 10%
5. Understands Global Financial Procedures and assists with updates for company policy changes, new accounting pronouncements, or clarification of guidance. Understands relevant U.S. GAAP accounting standards and application to Company transactions. Supports international subsidiary and region office finance personnel by providing guidance related to Company policy for financial reporting. Communicates with subsidiary personnel concerning financial reporting procedures, Global Financial Procedures, and U.S. GAAP accounting standards. 10%
6. Assists in creation of quarterly and year-end audit schedules. Assists in evaluation and explanation of variances for international results. Provides information as requested for quarterly and year-end financial statements and footnotes prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and audited by external auditors at year end. 10%
7. Reviews the daily sales reports ensuring that deadlines for input of the international data are met and inquiries and issues with the process or reports are resolved. 5%
8. Maintains support and documentation of all distribution lists pertaining to internal distribution of confidential financial information. Responsible for adding and deleting employee access based on financial reporting management approval. Conducts quarterly review of access and obtains management approval when complete. 5%
9. Participates in project teams for updates and upgrades to financial reporting systems. Assists with development of test scripts and system testing. Ensures that identified issues have been appropriately resolved. 5%
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent plus CPA designation
Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Proficiency with Hyperion Planning and Hyperion Financial Management application preferred.
2. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.