Manager, General Ledger and International

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Make an impact in education and business and beyond. Be a part of meaningful work that fuels connections across the globe. These are the connections that really matter - and inspire greatness. #We. AreSMART #Connections. That. Matter P u r po se o f th e po si t i o n A s the Manager of the General Ledger , and Inte r na t i o n al you will be responsible t o supervise , o r ga n i z e , up d ate and ensure the c o m p l e t ion of t h e m onth l y f i nan c i a l r e p o r t i n g of all S M A RT ' s l eg a l e nt i t i es and branches.

Res pon si b ili t i es a n d a cc ount a b ili t ies Review and post monthly general ledger journal entries prepared by direct reports . Review GL reconciliations by direct reports to ensure appropriate detail and support Manage lease modules in all entities to ensure all leases have been recorded or derecognized as appropriate .

R eview of the i nte r n at i o n al s u b s i d i a ri es’ m onth end accounting ; i n cl ud i ng r e v i e w i ng m onth l y i nte r n at i on a l en t i t i es r epo r t i ng pa c k age s , reviewing v a r i ous r e c on c i l i a t i ons and p r e p a r i n g a ss o c i a t ed s u p po r t i ng w o r k i ng p a pe rs .

Manage the coordination of local compilation and audit engagements with local international advisors including preparation of requested working papers, reconciliations, and supporting document s as well as reconciling and recording resulting adjustments. Monitors , coaches and develops performance of direct reports, ensures adherence to policies and procedures, evaluates and provides feedback on performance, addresses complaints and resolves problems.

Participate in the hiring, training and development of General Ledger and I nternational accounting staff. Ensuring the appropriate internal controls are in place, documented and being maintained . Leading and coordinating the standardization of internal record keeping and processes in accordance with local international requirements and SMART internal policies and procedures.

Assist SMART’s Tax team with the following tasks with respect to SMART’s International entities: Review indirect tax returns (VAT / GST) and monitor filing deadlines accordingly . Preparation and compilation of annual accounts to be used in SMART’s International income tax filings and provide responses to accounting-related queries from SMART’s International tax advisors and monitor filing deadlines accordingly.

Reconciling and recording statutory audit adjustments in SMART’s local books, ensuring that any adjustments are reviewed and approved by SMART Tax Providing accounting details for other tax-related disclosures (such as Country-by-Country Reporting) as requested by SMART Tax. Assisting SMART Tax with data retention initiatives, including the maintenance of financial accounts and international tax filings according to the criteria established by SMART Tax.

S pe ci al p r o j e c ts a n d o t her t a sk s as a ss i gned. S up e r v isi o n p r o v i d ed a n d r e c ei v ed Responsible for guiding, scheduling and supervising other members of the General Ledger and International Finance team s . S u p e rv i s i on f or this role w i l l be p r o v i ded b y your manager.

S u p e rv i s i on w i l l be a c o m b i nat i on of r egu l a rl y sc h ed u l e d m eet i ngs a nd i n f o r m al and ad hoc c o m m un i c at i ons on u r gent iss ues or as r eq u i r ed W o r ki n g c ond i t i ons Hybrid - ba s ed r o l e (3 days in the office) , f a s t - pa c ed w o r k en v i r on m ent T y p i c a l o ff i c e h o u r s a r e f r om 0800 - 1700 M

• F T i m e li nes f or r epo r t i ng a r e t i gh t , m a y r e q u i r e w o r k i ng o n r epo r ts o f f no r m al bu s i n e s s hou r s This role requires a background check E du ca t i o n a n d w o r k e x p e r ie n c e A CPA designation with Big4 audit experience At least 10 years of post-designation experience Minimum 5 years leadership experience Advances knowledge of USGAAP/IFRS Prior experience with in a complex multijurisdictional organization S t r o n g w r i t t en and v e r b a l c o m m un i c at i on s k ill s S t r o n g c o m m i t m ent to en s u r i ng t he d e a d l i nes a r e m a i nta i n ed and a c h i e v ed S t r o n g M i cr o s o f t W o r d and E xc el s k ill s At SMART, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where all individuals regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.