Accounting Manager

With a career at Hudson, you really benefit! We Offer:Health, dental and vision insuranceGenerous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)401(k) retirement plan with company matchCompany paid life insuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programTraining and exciting career growth opportunitiesReferral program – refer a friend and earn a bonusCompensation: $85,400.00 to $105,000.00 Purpose: The Manager of Retail Accounting manages the monthly close process for the retail business, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. This role supports the Director of Retail Accounting in maintaining the integrity of retail accounting systems and serves as a key liaison with external auditors. Essential Functions:Manages monthly retail accounting close process including revenue recognition, costs of goods sold, inventory accounting, and P&L analysis across retail locationsServes as liaison with Deloitte for retail accounting audit activities and prepares audit support documentationSupports Director with General Ledger maintenancePerforms balance sheet reconciliations for retail-related accounts, investigating variances and issues as necessaryAssists with documentation over key accounting processesRuns periodic financial reports daily during month end close; has ownership of certain balance sheet accountsPrepares various schedules for financial reporting and auditing; serves as an interface with external audit teams during internal control and financial statement auditsCollaborates with Shared Services team in Netherland and India on accounts payable, vendor management, and transactional accounting supportWorks with Group Reporting team in Basel and Netherlands to respond to any open queries Reporting Relationship: The Manager of Retail Accounting reports to the Director of Retail Accounting Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 5 years:In a technical role: Requires 5 years of experience engaged in delivering accounting programsA bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the 5-year requirementIn the industry: 3-5 years of hospitality, F&B and/or retail experienceCPA or progressive work towards CPA preferredSpecialized Training:Training that leads to understanding of GAAPKnowledge of state and federal tax regulations and statutesSpecialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits:Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP; General Ledger experience a plusStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detailExcellent organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlinesExceptional customer service skills; strong communication and interpersonal skillsBusiness acumen and also has the mindset required to understand the long-term implications of accounting to advance the organization’s goalsDemonstrated history of understanding the needs of the business, stakeholders, the employee population, and individual circumstancesDemonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environmentsLocation: This position is based at the North America Support Center in Bethesda, MDAvolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).