Senior Accounting Manager

Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years as the leader as a housewares brand, Igloo has pivoted to a high growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family and friends.

Founded in as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field to inventing the Playmate to becoming America’s most recognizable brand of ice chests, the Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world.  Today, Igloo has 90% + brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the US, is a pioneer in sustainability for our category with the launch of biodegradable coolers and coolers made with from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials and has a growing DTC business allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers.  In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands and now there is the opportunity to globally grow both brands together.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Senior Accounting Manager.

This role will be responsible for oversight of our accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles and reconciling complex data, and the ability to manage a team in an exciting, ever-evolving workplace with opportunities to lead change.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Controller with supervising monthly, quarterly, and annual GL close periods.
• Complete higher level data analytics to support accurate accruals.
• Review complex reconciliations on balance sheet accounts including but not limited to inventory, accrued expenses, and lease balances recorded under IFRS 16.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in accounting processes and implement changes when feasible.
• Coordinate and complete annual external audits and other audits as necessary.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing training and performance evaluations while fostering a culture of development and empowerment.
• Support Controller and the accounting department at large through impromptu reporting and special projects when requested.
• Use advanced data tools such as Power Query, Power BI, and Oracle OAS to provide reliable data and meaningful analysis to key stakeholders.
• Report monthly results in AARO consolidation software and reconcile results to the general ledger.
• Respond to ad hoc requests from Group Accounting.
• Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

1. Medical
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Life Insurance
5. Short term & Long-term disability
6. Accidental death insurance
7. Supplemental life insurance
8. Company paid holidays
9. Flexible Spending Accounts

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications A suitable background would be solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Experience:  (6-7) years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proven Excel Skills and MS Office skills.
• English language skills:  Able to read, write, speak and comprehend English. Excellent English communication skills. both verbal and written.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, team members, and cross functional stakeholders.
• Physical Demands: general office environment with occasional time in manufacturing area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle ERP Experience.
• Experience in a high volume manufacturing environment.
• CPA Certification or Eligibility.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong reconciliation and data analysis skills.
• Deep understanding of US GAAP and to a lesser extent IFRS reporting standards.
• Passionate about system and process improvement through automation.
• A willingness to embrace and drive change.
• Ability to work cross functionally and communicate in a clear, concise manner with internal and external stakeh