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Academy Sports + Outdoors SVP Accounting, Tax and Treasury in Katy, Texas
Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth .
Reporting to Academy’s Chief Financial Officer and serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the Senior Vice President of Accounting, Treasury and Tax will oversee and manage financial reporting and SEC compliance, capital assets, accounts payable, inventory accounting, treasury operations, income tax reporting and sales and tax compliance groups.
Job Description:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required
Master’s Degree preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Work Experiences:
15+ years’ experience covering a broad range of accounting activities conducted at a high level of complexity, including progressively more complex assignments or projects
Successful experience supporting the long-term view of a company’s business and vision through adherence to sound accounting policies and US GAAP
Extensive technical and practical expertise in public company reporting and SEC compliance preferred
Ability to partner effectively with all lines of business internally and interface with clients, vendors, executive management and the Board of Directors
Skills:
Strategic thinker who can also understand tactical delivery of analysis as needed
Track record of delivering high-impact results year-over-year
Excellent written, verbal, listening and presentation skills
Ability to analyze financial data, prepare financial reports, statements and projections
Sound knowledge of financial activities, policies and processes, including consolidations, SEC reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley, and US GAAP compliance
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at all levels
Ability to operate professionally, effectively and ethically as an individual contributor, member of a team, and leader of a team
Ability to influence and gain acceptance and approval of ideas, proposals, and solutions
Solid ability to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines within a high volume, fast-paced environment
Excellent leadership skills including ability to prioritize critical needs, and handle a high volume of complex tasks within a given timeframe
Self-motivated, with the ability to meet and exceed position requirements under minimal direction and supervision
Demonstrates leadership and the ability to provide guidance and enforce governance with peers and counterparts
Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, with a particular emphasis on Excel
Responsibilities:
Oversee Academy’s accounting operations, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP, maintenance of accounting and other critical corporate records, and application of related accounting and financial controls
In collaboration with other executive staff, develops, implements, operates, maintains, and controls the essential operating systems, information, and financial statements of the company
Oversee tax compliance, strategy and planning to minimize cash taxes paid
Monitor legislative and statutory tax and treasury changes and assess potential impact to the company.
Lead tax and treasury risk and cash management practices
Spearhead year-end planning, including taxation of inventories, business incentives, and tax planning and research; keep tax department abreast of current laws and pending legislation with an eye toward opportunities beneficial to any and all of our entities; facilitate communication with appropriate company executives related to tax matters; be involved in professional associations and always mindful of best practices; develop, train, motivate and encourage staff
Direct the monthly, quarterly and annual external and internal financial close and reporting processes, ensuring that an effective system is in place to meet close deadlines
Support the CFO in achieving the overall financial reporting objectives
Develop, recruit, mentor and strengthen the accounting leadership throughout the organization
Identify ways to minimize the organization’s tax liability each year by creating and monitoring analytics to model the effects of business activities and opportunities that focus on forecasting impacts of various tax strategies
Coordinate the timely and accurate completion of the Company’s Quarterly SEC Form 10-Q and Annual Form 10-K filings as well as any other filings required by the SEC in various transactions
Ensure company’s financial, legal and tax structures and transactions are consistent with company ownership structure and needs
Required to learn company policies, procedures, and safety rules
Physical Requirements & Attendance:
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior
Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.