Senior Staff Accountant

Join our Finance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!Position: Senior Staff AccountantDepartment: FinanceWork Location: Position is not remote.• El Paso, TX• Dallas, TX (Plano, TX)Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model would be communicated accordingly.What you will be doing:Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Accounting, we are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Staff Accountant with proven abilities and achievements.You will be responsible for various tasks related to payroll, month end close, general ledger review, account reconciliations, and other tasks as assigned in support of shared services. Prepare transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.• Prepare payroll journal entries with supporting documents.• Prepare journal entries with supporting documents in support of monthly closing process.• Reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts including payroll.• Prepare different payroll-related reports.• Complete variance analysis.• Financial statements are free from material errors or misstatements.• Performs month-end close of sub-module for approximately 36 sub-systems.• Prepare intercompany agreement transactions.• Ensure variances are corrected in a timely manner.• Validation of the final numbers.• Prepares and maintains royalty income journals and reconciliations.• Assists with internal and external audit requirements.• Preparing requested schedules.• Complying with Sarbanes Oxley requirements.• Contributes to the annual operating budgeting process through analysis and review of annual operating budget proposal.• Assists with quarterly forecasts.• Prepares schedules, oversees work activities, and performs actual work similar to other employees, however, does not conduct performance appraisals, counsel employees, or have the authority to hire, fire, set pay rates, etc.Skills needed to be successful:• Critical thinking and analysis• Able to work independently and as part of a team.• Takes on new tasks with high level of difficulty.• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail.• Able to interact with various levels of management.• Able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.• Requires a highly organized, strong analytical thinker.• Organizational skills• Presentation skillsMinimum Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting• 3-5 years equivalent work experience.• Corporate accounting experience.• Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).• Authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.Strongly Preferred Qualifications:• CPA.• 2 years of payroll accounting experience.• Consumer Product Good industry experience.• International publicly- traded accounting experience.• Multi-entity or intercompany experience.• Proficient in using Oracle Business Intelligence (Oracle Hyperion)Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.#li-ab1For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any protected basis.We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.