Senior Manager, Financial Reporting

CarMax; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax seeks a senior accounting leader to oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and SEC filings from the Richmond, VA home office. You will guide and develop a team, review schedules and journal entries, and support external audits and SOX controls.

The role requires a CPA and 7+ years in accounting, with 5+ years in public accounting or corporate reporting, plus leadership experience to mentor associates.

Qualifications

• CPA license required and a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of accounting experience with 5+ years in public accounting and SEC reporting.
• 3+ years leading teams, directing performance and developing staff.
• GAAP, SEC reporting, and XBRL knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and SEC filings.
• Review schedules, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Manage special projects and provide policy development input.
• Support external audit and SOX 404 testing.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

XBRL

Communication

Team building

Strategic thinking

Education

CPA license

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Workiva

Job description

What you will do - Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, SEC filings, earnings releases, and annual proxy statement, including review of supporting documentation
• Review various monthly and quarterly financial schedules, analyses and reconciliations; review and approve journal entries
• Participate in and/or lead special projects and meetings
• Participate in and review research performed related to technical issues or developments and related documentation/memos supporting our conclusions. Provide subject matter expertise in the development of accounting policies and implementation of new accounting and disclosure requirements
• Direct, lead and develop a team of associates through timely performance feedback delivered during day-to-day observations, file reviews and an annual performance review. Responsible for creating individual development plans and business objectives designed to enhance and assist associate growth
• Support the external audit process, including review of client-prepared schedules for quarterly audit reviews and SOX 404 testing and financial reporting process documentation

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to motivate and influence across multiple levels of the organization, and willing to challenge upwards appropriately in the best interest of CarMax
• Ability to evaluate and make effective judgments on complex accounting and SEC reporting matters
• Ability to summarize or present complex and/or technical information in an easy-to-understand manner
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships throughout the organization, and collaborate with and support other departments and teams
• Ability to anticipate customer-specific needs and put forth actions to ensure a seamless customer experience
• Ability to prioritize and lead team to achieve long-term and short-term results
• Ability to develop, execute and adjust a plan with high degree of independence
• Ability to develop and promote other associates for organizational needs
• Ability to understand latest industry trends and their potential impact for CarMax
• Ability to act with confidence in the face of unclear or challenging conditions; rapidly adapt to change or unexpected obstacles

Education and/or Experience

• Four-year degree in Accounting and/or Finance and current Certified Public Accountant license required
• Seven or more years of relevant accounting experience including five or more years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 firm preferred) and/or corporate financial reporting with significant exposure to SEC reporting requirements
• Three or more years of experience leading teams to achieve common goals, including supervising and developing direct and/or indirect reports
• Strong accounting skills including extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), SEC reporting requirements and XBRL
• Demonstrated experience preparing, analyzing and reviewing financial statements,

notes to financial statements and other supplementary information (i.e., Management’s Discussion & Analysis [MD&A], exhibits, etc.)

• Previous experience with XBRL taxonomy and tagging of financial statements and notes preferred
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), Workiva

This role will be based out of the CarMax Home Office (Richmond, VA) and associates will work onsite 4 days per week.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.