Who We Are
Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media
Why Authentic
You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
What You'll Do
The Senior Manager, General Accounting will oversee daily accounting activities and lead the preparation of the financial reporting requirements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, perform key accounting analysis, and lead the monthly book closing process.
What you'll be working on
- Responsible for the monthly financial close process, including reviewing journal entries and preparation of consolidated financial statements
- Prepare/Review account analyses and resolve outstanding items
- Oversee accounting for non-controlling interest shareholders while meeting reporting requirements and deadlines
- Oversee accounting for equity method investments and corresponding journal entries
- Analyze and review financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with Internal Controls and US GAAP
- Assist in the preparation and review of year-end audited financial statements and relevant disclosures
- Support M&A projects, including the accounting for discontinued operations and net assets held for sale
- Identify opportunities for automation, process efficiencies and improved financial reporting
- Partner with finance and business leaders to monitor, and report monthly results and variances vs. forecasts/budgets
- Prepare ad hoc reports, financial analyses, and participate in special projects
Must Haves
- Graduate of an accounting degree, CPA preferred but not required
- At least 8+ years of experience; combined private and public accounting experience preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Experience with NetSuite preferred but not required
- Ability to prepare and review financial analysis and accounting schedules, as needed
- Ability to analyze complex transactions and research appropriate accounting
- Experience in evaluating and implementing accounting policies and practices
- Must possess the following traits:
- Confident and must possess strong communication skills - ability to coordinate with personnel across the organization
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to supervise personnel and work well with other finance team members
- Ability to organize and standardize accounting processes and procedures
- Detail and deadline oriented
- Excellent analytic skills, and ability to identify variances or unusual trends that will require further investigation
- Ability to prepare reports in an accurate and concise manner
- Organized and possess good time management skills
Primary Location Salary Range:
$100,000 - $150,000
Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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What We Do
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) is a brand development, marketing and entertainment company, which owns a portfolio of global media, entertainment and lifestyle brands. Headquartered in New York City, ABG elevates and builds the long-term value of more than 50 consumer brands and properties by partnering with best-in-class manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers. Its brands have a global retail footprint across the luxury, specialty, department store, mid-tier, mass and e-commerce channels and in more than 6,100 freestanding stores and shop-in-shops around the world.
ABG is committed to transforming brands by delivering compelling product, content, business and immersive experiences. It creates and activates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media. ABG’s portfolio of iconic and world-renowned brands includes Marilyn Monroe®, Elvis Presley®, Muhammad Ali®, Shaquille O'Neal®, David Beckham®, Dr. J®, Greg Norman®, Neil Lane®, Thalia®, Sports Illustrated®, Reebok®, Eddie Bauer®, Spyder®, Volcom®, Airwalk®, Nautica®, Izod®, Forever 21®, Aéropostale®, Juicy Couture®, Vince Camuto®, Lucky Brand®, Nine West®, Jones New York®, Frederick's of Hollywood®, Adrienne Vittadini®, Van Heusen®, Arrow®, Tretorn®, Tapout®, Prince®, Vision Street Wear®, Brooks Brothers®, Barneys New York®, Judith Leiber®, Herve Leger®, Frye®, Hickey Freeman®, Hart Schaffner Marx®, Thomasville®, Drexel® and Henredon®.
For more information, visit authenticbrands.com.
