<p>Hybrid Work Model</p> <p>#LI-hybrid</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>As the Senior Manager of Accounting you will play a critical role in the Accounting/Finance Team of Sega of America.</p> <p>Overall, the responsibility of this role is to (1) own the accounting process for the entire balance sheet and income statement of our revenues (e.g. Licensing, Digital revenues Business Dev, etc.), (2) supervise and manage the Accounting team, (3) partner with the business and corporate support teams to stay up to date on new developments within the business and provide guidance on accounting implications, and (4) ensure that we have aligned with all accounting requirements under US GAAP and global accounting policies as it relates to areas of responsibility.</p> <p>You will work closely to partner with the business units across the company to ensure a deep understanding of our business activities associated with games in development, and address accounting and finance-related issues. You will have interaction and insights into Business Unit leadership.</p> <p>We're seeking an individual who has demonstrated Accounting Management experience, project and initiative support, supervision of AP/AR/GL staff, general accounting and analytical support, and Kissflow workflow maintenance.</p> <p>Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <p>Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Responsibility for managing end-to-end process of accounting close for the revenues, including monthly accrual and revenue entry bookings, while meeting all J-SOX compliance requirements. </li><li>Work closely with finance teams to manage to stay informed of current business performance and new developments in the business to ensure proper accounting and process set ups </li><li>Business partner with key stakeholders to support new initiatives and provide day-to-day business support (e.g. Transmedia Contract Review, Business Development Revenue Review, etc.). </li><li>Support ongoing ERP and Branding Management System improvement, serving as a key supporting player with the business' Licensing/Transmedia function the historic transition and ongoing support of the Accounts Receivable processes to our consulting partner (cash receipting and application, customer mastering and collections). </li><li>Support internal and external audit process and requests as needed for areas of responsibility </li><li>Using your past operational accounting Managerial Experience to work collaboratively with partner business units to ensure efficient business processes are established or refined. </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li><li>Working in-office is an essential function of this position. This requirement of face-to-face interaction is in place to ensure effective supervision, collaboration, and teamwork. In-office attendance is required for the following reasons: </li><li>For effective supervision of employees and our work product, which includes ensuring all employees have necessary oversight of their work and access to supervisory assistance, which includes meetings to review work product, deadlines, and status. </li><li>To foster communication and collaboration among team members, which includes the following: allowing for spontaneous brainstorming sessions and exchanges of ideas, quick access to team members to enable collaborative problem-solving, and stronger cohesion among co-workers and within teams. </li><li>To enhance the sharing of information necessary to effective job performance and product creation. </li><li>To enhance understanding of our stakeholders' work and business needs, facilitate a more seamless and organic workflow, and ultimately increase efficiency and successful outcomes. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Job Qualifications:</p> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Previous working experience gained at one of the Big 4 accounting firms and/or commercial experience at the Manager level </li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel Skills </li><li>Systems implementation experience </li><li>MS BC, Dynamics, SAP, Oracle experience </li><li>2-3 years' experience in managing a team </li><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting </li><li>CPA preferred </li></ul> <p>Knowledge & Skills</p> <ul> <li>Strong analytical skills and critical thinking with the ability to analyze financial results and relationships between accounts </li><li>Able to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks </li><li>Great teammate with experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders </li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills </li><li>Experience in revenue accounting including accounting for multiple element arrangements </li></ul> <p>Key Attributes</p> <ul> <li>Ability to work within tight deadlines </li><li>Self-motivated, curious and eager to learn </li><li>Ability to problem solve and collaborate </li></ul> <p>"Nice to Haves"</p> <ul> <li>Experience with Hyperion and MS Business Central </li><li>Experience with revenue recognition in gaming industry </li></ul>