Accountant

Summary

Hasbro is a company focused on creating play experiences through iconic brands. The Accountant will support the Controllership team by managing fixed asset and lease schedules, performing reconciliations and close activities, preparing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the lease tool with accurate records of lease agreements and track lease renewals, terminations, and modifications
• Handle the accounting for the acquisition, capitalization, and depreciation of fixed assets in accordance with technical accounting standards (incl. ASC 350 and ASC 985, etc.)
• Update fixed asset master data within SAP
• Conduct impairment analyses for fixed assets and prepare fixed assets roll forwards
• Perform and review financial close activities and enable timely and accurate completion of close-related tasks
• Conduct and assess account reconciliations and collect appropriate supporting documentation
• Carry out and assess variance analyses to identify discrepancies and ensure financial integrity
• Prepare and post manual journal entries using both Blackline and SAP processes
• Enable compliance with US GAAP, company policies and procedures, and other regulatory requirements
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of audit documentation in response to auditor inquiries
• Own in-scope SOX controls, including implementation of remediation plans
• Lead and coordinate activities with third-party accountants to ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned activities
• Review accounting work done by third-party accountants and provide feedback and corrections as necessary
• Act as a point of contact for external accounting professionals and to deliver mentorship and resolve issues

Skills

• Minimum 2 years accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), along with a solid understanding of accounting principles, concepts and practices
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, creative problem-solve and contribute efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Organized and detail oriented
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA ore equialent)
• Public company and/or public accounting experience
• Experience with SAP and/or Blackline

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Minimum 2 years accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), along with a solid understanding of accounting principles, concepts and practices
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, creative problem-solve and contribute efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Organized and detail oriented
• Strong problem-solving skills

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA ore equialent)
• public company and/or public accounting experience
• Experience with SAP and/or Blackline

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility.
• Health & Wellness
• Time Off to Recharge
• Financial Well-being
• Life & Family Support
• Volunteer and Community Initiatives
• Learning & Development
• Exclusive Perks