Manager, Consolidation

Spotify is seeking a dedicated and career driven Manager to oversee consolidation. The Manager of Consolidation is responsible for all aspects of the consolidation process, including maintenance of the global consolidation system, validation and analysis of reported results, and support of information needs across a diverse financial reporting user base. This individual will need to be a strong leader who is adept at driving change within a dynamic business environment and has a proven record of delivering process efficiency results. This requires working closely with the international teams, tax department, and legal personnel in the set-up, reorganization and maintenance of inter-company and subsidiary relationships. In addition to properly accounting for the growing intercompany structure they are expected to drive positive change, including evaluating and streamlining of existing processes and controls. 

The Manager Consolidation will also lead efforts to implement the consolidation system for major projects, including but not limited to: acquisitions, divestitures, discontinued operations, changes to corporate legal structure or internal management reorganizations, compliance with IFRS.  The position is based in NYC.

• Oversee and manage the monthly and quarterly global consolidation processes, including the review of journal entries, account reconciliations and fluxes.

• Design and implement informative financial results reports to meet the needs of the business.

• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and develop/refine GL accounting processes and procedures with a focus on continuous improvements.

• Assist with analyzing consolidated financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances.

• Interpret and analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems. 

• Coordinate with finance and business partners to drive planning, communication, and transparency on the monthly close process.

• Assist with financial audits, prepare audit schedules and interface with auditors.

• Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls 

• Maintain chart of accounts and access within the ERP system from business perspective

• Other responsibilities include but are not limited to participate in special projects, system enhancements or ad hoc analyses as assigned.

• Successful 5+ year track record in a public company accounting function including significant experience of consolidation

• SOX experience required

• ERP experience, Netsuite preferred 

• Team player that collaborates with functional partners like IT, HR, finance, legal, marketing, etc.

• Ability to work effectively across global regions

This role is based in New York, New York