Reporting to the VP, Corporate Controller, the Senior Director of Accounting will lead corporate and global accounting functions, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and strategic decision-making. This role oversees financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and audits while collaborating directly with C-level executives and key stakeholders. The Senior Director will drive efficiency in financial operations, mitigate risks, and provide leadership in strategic initiatives, M&A activities, and special projects.

What You Will Do:

Direct and oversee Treasury and Accounts Payable Processes, ensuring seamless month-end and year-end close processes with accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Review and approve critical month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial statement consolidations. Streamline close activities to enhance efficiency and provide timely, strategic financial insights to senior leadership. Manage multi-currency transactions, including foreign exchange (FX) adjustments. Lead and manage external and internal audits, ensuring compliance and readiness for regulatory examinations. Utilize BlackLine and Sage X3 for reconciliations, automation, and financial reporting. Partner with executive leadership on mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, integration, Quality of Earnings Reviews, and valuation engagements. Develop and implement best practices for accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support business growth and operational excellence. Develop ad hoc reports using advanced Excel techniques. Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, tax, and operations teams to optimize accounting processes. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations. Manage and mentor two direct reports, with oversight of a broader team of 8-10 indirect reports, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and high performance. Spearhead cross-functional initiatives and special projects at the direction of Senior Leadership, Partners, and the Board of Directors. Serve as a key advisor to the VP, Corporate Controller, providing technical expertise and strategic recommendations to drive financial and operational improvements. Manages People: Yes Lead and develop multiple teams or a department through direct reports. Set departmental goals and ensure alignment with broader organizational strategy. Support employee development through training, feedback, and growth opportunities. Foster a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with company values. Address and resolve employee issues or concerns, escalating as needed. Ensure team compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements, including timely approval of timesheets, PTO requests, and adherence to labor laws and internal controls. What We Are Looking For: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or another relevant field, or commensurate mix of experience and education. 12+ years of progressive experience in both public accounting and private industry, with demonstrated leadership in a senior management function. 6+ years of experience leading accounting teams in a complex, global organization. CPA required Extensive knowledge of technical accounting, SEC reporting, US GAAP, and internal controls. Proven ability to work directly with C-level executives and influence key financial and operational decisions. Strong business acumen with a strategic orientation, able to translate business objectives into financial strategies and execution plans. Demonstrated success in leading, mentoring, and developing accounting teams across multiple locations. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, G-Suite, and ERP systems. Experience in audit leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance and financial integrity. Ability to foster collaboration across departments and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Multilingual a plus Working Conditions Environment: Office Extreme Exposures: None Schedule: Typically requires regular office hours, however, may require calls with global counterparts outside of regular office hours Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for long periods Must be able to lift 10 lbs occasionally

Travel Required: Some national or international travel may be required occasionally This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we offer:

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business. Passion : Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community. Collaboration : We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together. Humility : We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and Adopt Me™. In addition to toys, offerings include virtual games, costumes, and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook

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