Senior Manager - General Accounting

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Finance at DICK’S Sporting Goods – we’re more than just a team of people behind excel spreadsheets. We are fiduciaries driving financial excellence for our teammates, athletes and shareholders. We are trusted business partners guiding decisions & strategy, delivering meaningful business insights, and leading with innovative ideas. 

Here at DICK’S, we’re building a diverse Finance culture that differentiates us as a career destination that will consistently challenge and reward. On our team, you’ll focus on relentless improvement and innovation to support our growing business. Learn more about #DSGFinance here: https://bit.ly/3nnLkvG

The Sr Manager of Accounting supports the Sr Director of Accounting by leading a team withing the centralized Accounting function that focuses on the financial close, budgeting and forecasting, resolution of challenges, and strategic initiative support.. The role requires significant collaboration with cross-functional business partners and the Finance management team, to ensure accurate timely and accurate Accounting.

Financial Close and Reporting:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results, and communication to the Company’s Leadership team. Oversee analytical procedures on variances to forecast and determination of impact to future periods.

• Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and Company policy

• Support the preparation of SEC filings and disclosures, and assist with the year-end external audit process (including SOX testing, audit inquiries and issue resolution). Additionally, support preparation for the Company’s quarterly earnings release

Forecasting, Budgeting and Analysis:

• Lead the semi-monthly financial forecast for defined areas of responsibility.  Collaborate with Finance and Company business partners to understand and forecast variances to budget. Identify future financial risks or opportunities and communicate to Finance leadership. 

• Assist with preparation and execution of annual budgets (P&L and Balance Sheet)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

• 7-10 years' experience

• PeopleSoft Financials and Hyperion a plus

• CPA Preferred

• Strong cross-functional communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multi-task with strict attention to detail

• Self-motivated with a drive to improve efficiencies

• Ability to analyze and validate results; taking further action where necessary

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