Manager, Accounting Job at DineEquity in Glendale

Description The Role: To assist the Assistant Controller in ensuring that the General Accounting Department delivers timely and accurate internal reporting information. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Co-management of Accounting team for general accounting and internal reporting. Ensures that the Department as a whole is providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers Review for accuracy and identify potential issues involving numerous monthly journal entries, account analysis schedules, bank reconciliations and other schedules and reports prepared by members of the Department. Review and approval of work product of direct reports Responsible for jointly administering and maintaining Hyperion/Workday-Adaptive (Actuals Reporting) for the Accounting Department Responsible for co-managing the month end close process Prepare various monthly financial reports (financial package, supporting package, variance analysis) Respond to inquiries and requests from other departments and the field on various accounting matters Evaluation and implementation of GAAP requirements Special projects and analyses as required Other Duties: Quarterly - prepare and review various audit schedules, resolve issues with external auditors, and assist with external financial reporting requirements Annual audit - prepare and review various audit schedules, resolve issues with external auditors, and assist in the preparation of supporting documentation Interface with and direct internal and external auditors on Sarbanes-Oxley annual audit requirements Various IT financial system upgrades (Hyperion/Workday-Adaptive, PeopleSoft/Oracle) Implementation of various new projects Administrative duties involved with managing team members (performance appraisals, meetings, strategic planning, conflict handling and resolution, etc.) Supervisory Responsibilities: Will range from Staff level to Accounting Supervisor level Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Required): Solid knowledge of Accounting Principles and Theories (GAAP) Supervise and review the work of others Adapt to changing circumstances Prepare financial reports timely and accurately Analyze and interpret accounting information Provide solutions to issues that arise Effectively prioritize and multi-task Work as a team player Communicate in a professional manner to both internal and external customers Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Peoplesoft/Oracle (General Ledger, Asset Management, Lease Management) is highly desirable Hyperion or Workday-Adaptive is a big plus Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent discipline Prior managerial work experience in accounting (2 to 5 years) Lease accounting experience is highly desirable Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: CPA License preferred, but not required