Hybrid VP, Accounting, External Reporting and Compliance presso Build-A-Bear Workshop

The VP of Accounting, External Reporting, and Compliance plays a critical role in safeguarding Build-A-Bear’s financial credibility by overseeing accurate financial reporting and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This position has a significant strategic impact, driving informed decision-making and mitigating risks to support the company's long-term success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead and mentor a high-performing Finance team

· Inventory, lease, and entertainment compliance and reporting

· SEC documentation oversight (10-K/10-Q, proxy statements, earnings and press releases, tables, disclosures, and tie-outs)

· Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements

· Oversee the implementation of new accounting standards

· Lead related system implementations and upgrade

· Lead global income statement and balance sheet review meetings

· Perform technical accounting research, develop and ensure compliance with accounting policies

· Evaluate contracts to assess and address accounting implications

· Support Controller on audits and SOX compliance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

· CPA

· 8+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting

· Experience in a publicly traded company

· Leadership experience managing accounting teams

· Skilled expertise in SEC reporting GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office

· Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Master’s degree in accounting or finance

· 10+ years in accounting and financial reporting

· Experience in retail or entertainment

BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESS:

· An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems with ingenuity

· Driven to produce high-quality work within established standards of quality and accuracy

· Drive, determination, and self-disciplined approach to achieving results

· Communication style is concise, factual, and professional

· Comfortable making decisions within area of expertise

· Tests new ideas and concepts before releasing

· Earns trust by consistently achieving high-quality standards in a timely manner

· Able to manage multiple priorities

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

· Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs

· Hybrid work schedule

· Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO

YOUR PERFORMANCE WILL BE MEASURED ON:

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.

· Decision-making, judgment, and execution

· Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner

· Meetings and presentations are engaging and offer actionable insights

· Deadlines, Accuracy, and Quality

· Knowledge of US GAAP and SEC standards

· Recommendations for process and technology improvements

· Business acumen

· Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance

· Stakeholder Feedback

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as may be deemed appropriate.