Staff Accountant
Maui Jim
At Maui Jim, you can expect, a unique culture, a well-known brand, and the opportunity to grow with a company that has a great reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and “high touch” work environment that values the members of our ‘Ohana. We work hard to develop our leaders who in turn develop their team members to reach their full potential, and we are committed to building a team that focuses on solid customer service.
If you would like to be part of an amazing adventure that is Maui Jim, check our current job openings and browse the site to learn more about our culture, benefits , and our Maui Jim 'Ohana! Aloha~
The overall objective of the department in which this position works is:
To be a lean, high-performance department comprised of people of the highest integrity and quality, bound together by clearly defined goals and prideful relationships. The department will do whatever it takes to make Maui Jim, Inc. the number one sunglass designer/distributor in the World. We will strive to provide our customers with the best in customer service and quality possible.
The major function of this position is:
To be a dedicated financial accounting resource in several different areas, including: fixed asset accounting, month-end/year-end close, financial statement consolidation, expense analysis, budgeting, accruals and reserves, and local statutory audits and reviews.
Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000
The primary responsibilities and duties of this position are:
Maintain accurate records of a fixed assets, globally, including tracking acquisitions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards while collaborating with various departments to properly capitalize assets and generate necessary reports for financial reporting.
Perform month-end and year-end closing duties which will include posting of journal entries, preparation of reserve accruals, and preparation of account reconciliations.
Prepare monthly financial reporting package to support the consolidation process.
Ensure the timely and accurate issuance of financial information, meeting required deadlines.
Assist in the preparation of various disclosure appendices for parent and group level reporting requirements.
Serve as a liaison to International Operations Managers for local statutory financial and tax filings, audits/financial reviews. As the liaison, this role will prepare statutory trial balances, lead the audit/review process including work-paper collection, support, requests, and provide the final review and approval of audit/review reports (together with the Financial Manager), prior to official sign-off and filing with local authorities.
Assist in the development of the annual budget and forecasts.
Perform consolidated variance analysis, such as variance from the budget, variance from prior month, variance from prior year, and report significant issues to management.
Prepare and proactively participate in business reviews with middle and top management.
Support the Accounting Team with the maintenance and improvement of control systems, policies and procedures both locally and globally.
Assist in the preparation and compliance of internal audit requests.
Ad-hoc projects as required.
Essential Overall Duties:
Continually seek improvement in every aspect of the position. Be flexible and willing to try processes in a different way. Performing better today than yesterday.
Review all processes and seek areas to gain efficiencies, accuracy and controls.
Assist and support Accounting team in all areas as needed.
Have fun and enjoy every day!
Desired Qualifications:
Below is the preferred education and experience for this position:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Previous experience (2-4 years) in a similar accounting role
CPA preferred, but not required
Listed below are the skills preferred for this position:
Solid accounting knowledge combined with strong analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Quick to adapt and manage priorities
Ability to work under pressure
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Team player able to focus on team needs first
Advanced Microsoft Excel User
SAP FI/CO experience
SAP BPC experience (Business Planning & Consolidations)
Oracle HFM experience (Hyperion Financial Management)
Relationships:
Internal: All Maui Jim departments and employees
External: Accounting Firms
Work Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Special Language Requirement (If Applicable):
Salary is only one component of total compensation at Maui Jim! You will also gain an amazing benefits package. Rounding out our benefits and compensation is our Aloha culture work environment.
Benefits Included:
Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts (with Company Match)
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Critical Illness, and Accident Coverages
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company Paid Life AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
401K Match
Paid Bereavement
Employee Assistance Program
*Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. All plans subject to eligibility requirements.