Manager, Accounting
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IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the Mattress Firm Workday system. To view the list of current internal Job Postings, type "Jobs Hub" into the Workday search bar and click on the link. If you are unable to view the job posting, don't hesitate to get in touch with your Talent Acquisition representative . Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream job at Mattress Firm®! Join Mattress Firm and have the job of your dreams! Helping people sleep well so they live well is at the core of what we do. The right mattress matters, and so does the right career. We work hard and sleep hard-and embrace the fact that each of us has our own way of getting our best, most efficient work done. For our corporate team members, whether you work in a hybrid schedule at our Houston BedQuarters (BQ) or are fully remote, we trust you with the freedom to decide how best to contribute and collaborate in your role. Job Details: The (HYBRID) Accounting Manager is responsible for managing various accounting teams with a focus on inventory accounting. This includes inventory control and vendor incentive teams. NOTE: This hybrid role will report to the Bed Quarters location in Houston, TX one day each week and may work remotely the remainder of the week. Essential Responsibilities Ensure all accounting transactions are properly booked and reported in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Company policies. Complete month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing journal entries, account/variance analysis, and reconciliations. Assist in the preparation/review of monthly and year-end financial statements and analysis for the company. Assist with corporate cash analysis, reporting and projecting cash needs and usage. Support vendor master functions, including vendor creation and maintenance. Maintain, document, and review processes for internal controls within accounting and treasury. Support Vendor Incentive Team to ensure timely receipt of funds from third party partners. Work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end. Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested. Streamline department functions to ensure optimal productivity, efficiency, and accuracy. Assess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements. Manage Inventory Control assigned responsibilities and projects which include but not limited to shrink reporting and analysis, reserve calculations, and supporting operations with inventory issues. Manage inventory reporting and subledger. Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date. Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all. Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts. Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation. Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and company operations. Execute team member performance improvement plans, progressively discipline and terminations when appropriate per Company policy. Non-Essential Responsibilities Execute Company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor. Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explores opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company. Education Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required CPA or CPA candidate preferred Professional Experience 5+ years progressive accounting experience required Inventory Cost Accounting or Finance experience preferred Skills List Skilled in exchanging information through verbal, written or non-verbal cues. Ability to use time effectively while concentrating on more important priorities and can quickly. manage shifting priorities to drive the best outcome for the business while supporting the team. Ability to collect, gather, visualize and analyze information in details. Ability to act upon insights and perceptions independent of rational thought. Capable of identifying all aspects of a problem and understanding why a problem exists in order to develop a workable solution. Skillful in collaborating with others to identify problems, provide advice and develop agreeable solutions. Effectively guide team-members to achieve or complete goals and tasks. Skillful in creating a strategic vision and motivating others to achieve excellence in performance. Effectively manages and resolves conflict in a positive way. Implement team spirit, encourage team collaboration, identify hidden strengths of individual and team, encourage all team members to express suggestions and id
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