Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Start your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses, that focuses on treasured collectibles from Sports, Entertainment to Luxury Handbags and Fine Art.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. For almost 50 years, Heritage Auctions has been the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves more than 50 different auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more.
SUMMARY : We are seeking an Accounting Supervisor to manage and assist with month-end close and financial reporting. This individual will be able to easily adapt to the changing needs of the department, becoming an expert in their assigned areas of responsibility through analysis and research.
LOCATION : South of Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane
BENEFITS :
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401k savings plans
- Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer
COMPENSATION : Commensurate based on experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Ensures the integrity of accounting information through timely and accurate general ledger journal entries, financial reporting, and clean reconciliations for various Heritage entitiesResponsible for continuous improvement and innovation in all general accounting functionsDirect and supervise direct reports in the management of general accounting tasks and the monthly close processDUTIES :
Supervise at least 2 direct reports, guiding and reviewing their workLeads and trains assigned general accounting team membersPrepare journal entries with a high degree of accuracy, reviewing supporting documentation and providing related analysis as needed within deadlinesResearch and reconcile various general ledger accounts on a monthly basis and prepare correcting entries as necessaryPerform trending analysis of financial activity and identify potential adjustments as well as opportunities for more accurate reportingPrepare commission reporting utilizing various systems and queries, reconciling liabilities to the general ledger with adjusting entriesAssist with external audits, including foreign statutory audits.Additional duties as assignedRequirements :
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :
3+ years of experience as an Accountant in a public or private industryBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance requiredKnowledge of GAAPExperience in a large company with multiple business unitsDemonstrated growth in the field of accountingCPA is a plusKnowledge of fixed assets and inventory is a plusExperience with Microsoft GP / F&O is a plusSKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Must be able to multitask and adjust to new situations quicklyMust have excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenMust be extremely detail-oriented and have a positive attitudeAbility to follow set standards and take directionAbility to analyze and propose solutions to problemsExcellent organizational skills : accurate and thoroughProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including :Word : document formatting, templates, and mail mergeExcel : spreadsheets, formulas, pivot tables, v-lookups, data reporting, and analysisOutlook : calendar management, task coordination, and handling high-volume correspondenceWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR :
Strong communication skills – Excellent written and verbal abilities, with clarity and professionalism.Curiosity and adaptability – Willingness to learn a new industry and stay open to growth.Collaborative professionalism – Objective, tactful, and comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback.Sound judgment under pressure – Ability to distinguish the critical from the trivial, especially when meeting tight deadlines with quick turnarounds.Project leadership – Hands-on project management experience strongly preferredWORK ENVIRONMENT : The Individual must be able to work independently in a fast-paced, team-focused environment with tight turnaround deadlines.
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE
