Sr. Manager Accounting - Rebates and Commissions

Mohawk Industries; Michigan; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, a Fortune 500 global flooring leader, seeks a Senior Manager of Accounting to oversee rebate and commission accounting, journal entries, and SEC reporting. You will lead a team, ensure GAAP/IAS/SEC compliance, and drive process improvements across the close cycle and related IT initiatives.

The role entails managing daily operations, coordinating audits, and supporting acquisitions and system upgrades while maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 8-10 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 3-5 years of management experience.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the close process for assigned areas, review and analyze financial data, and prepare financial reports, all in compliance with GAAP, IAS, and SEC.
• Assist in prioritizing IT projects related to rebates and commissions.
• Perform, review, and approve user acceptance testing for IT projects.
• Review and approve customer contract setup in the rebate system.
• Review and approve rebate and commission payments.
• Assist in the preparation of footnote related accounting information for SEC reports and the Annual Report.
• Lead acquisitions and mergers, system implementations, conversions, and upgrades.
• Review processes to streamline activities and improve departmental efficiency.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team.

Skills

GAAP

IAS

SEC

People management

Multitasking

Communication

Time management

Discretion

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Vistex

Recon-net

SAP

JDE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking for more?

At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

What we need:

The Sr Manager Accounting is a senior-level manager that proactively oversees the daily operation of rebate and commission accounting. This role is responsible for preparation and review of journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, SOX and company compliance, and financial reporting management.

What you’ll do:

• Manage the close process for assigned areas, review and analyze financial data, and prepare financial reports, all in compliance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Accounting Standards (IAS), and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
• Assist in the prioritization of IT projects related to rebates and commissions.
• Perform, review, and approve user acceptance testing for IT projects.
• Review and approve customer contract setup in the rebate system.
• Review and approve rebate and commission payments.
• Assist in the preparation of footnote related accounting information to be included in SEC reports and the Annual Report for shareholders.
• Play a leadership role in acquisitions and mergers, system implementation, conversions, and upgrades.
• Review processes and procedures to streamline activities, enhance the overall workflow of the department, and facilitate effective and efficient use of resources.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse group of employees.
• Ensure that all procedures, practices, and policies align with GAAP, IAS, and SEC.
• Research and document financial fluctuations and collect data to verify accuracy of fluctuations.
• Facilitate quarterly and annual audits and serve as a liaison for internal and external auditors.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 8-10 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 3-5 years of management experience.
• CPA certification preferred.

What you’re good at:

• Strong understanding of GAAP, IAS, and SEC.
• Proficiency in software such as Vistex, Recon-net, SAP, JDE, Microsoft Office applications, etc.
• Intermediate understanding of people management practices and managing small teams of direct reports.
• Emerging understanding of broader organizational context and goals.
• Focused on and responsible for team's productivity and collective impact.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

What else?

• This employee will be responsible for direct reports.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.