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Accounting Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You need CPA designation, managerial experience, IFRS expertise, ERP systems/SAP/BPC knowledge, and advanced Excel skills for the Accounting Manager role at Spin Master.
  • You will lead financial close processes, prepare statements, manage audits, support MA activities, implement controls, monitor regulations, and drive process improvements in accounting at Spin Master.

Requirements

  • CPA designation preferred
  • Managerial experience would be a plus
  • Strong accounting and financial reporting expertise (IFRS preferred)
  • Experience with ERP systems, SAP/BPC are considered an asset
  • Strong computer literacy skills with Microsoft Office and advanced level Excel skill (pivots, vlookups, xlookups, and advanced formulas)

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process for the Digital Games Segment.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for all legal entities within the Digital Games Creative Center to be provided as part of the consolidated Spin Master monthly reporting.
  • Assess Digital Games’ assets for indicators of impairment (quarterly) and complete annual assessment for impairment.
  • Full ownership over legal entity reporting and statutory audits for entities within the Digital Games Creative Center.
  • Support the Company’s MA process as it relates to the Digital Games Creative Center including due diligence, disclosure, post-acquisition integration, subsequent earn out calculations.
  • Manage monthly financial reporting including PL, Balance Sheet, and complex financial variance analysis.
  • Manage accounting for capital assets for Digital Games Centers. Support forecasting and budgeting initiatives.
  • Develop and implement internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.
  • Support Internal and External audit requirements to facilitate quarterly and annual audits and ensure compliance.
  • Regularly review and update procedures to align with evolving accounting standards and best practices.
  • Monitor and assess changes in accounting regulations and industry trends, ensuring compliance and proactively adapting financial processes as needed.
  • Drive process improvements to standardize build efficiencies and ensure best practices are employed while leveraging systems, automation, and other solutions as needed.

FAQs

What is the reporting structure for this position?

The Accounting Manager will report to the Director, Accounting.

What are the key responsibilities of the Accounting Manager?

The Accounting Manager will help lead the financial close process for the Digital Games Creative Center, provide monthly reporting, and offer key insights.

What opportunities for growth and development exist in this role?

This role provides the opportunity to be part of a growing business, lead change, improve processes, and be an integral member of a team focused on continuous improvement and best in class accounting and reporting.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a leading global children's entertainment company, creating exceptional play experiences through it’s three creative centres: Toys, Entertainment and Digital Games. With distribution in over 100 countries, Spin Master is best known for award-winning brands PAW Patrol®, Bakugan®, Kinetic Sand®, Air Hogs®, Hatchimals®, Rubik’s Cube® and GUND®, and is the global toy licensee for other popular properties. Spin Master Entertainment creates and produces compelling multiplatform content, through its in-house studio and partnerships with outside creators, including the preschool franchise PAW Patrol and numerous other original shows, short-form series and feature films. The Company has an established presence in digital games, anchored by the Toca Boca® and Sago Mini® brands, offering open-ended and creative game and educational play in digital environments. Through Spin Master Ventures, the Company makes minority investments globally in emerging companies and start-ups. With over 30 offices in close to 20 countries, Spin Master employs more than 2,000 team members globally.