Position Summary...The Sr Manager, Operations Accounting and Controls is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the Balance Sheet, P&L and Working Capital activities related to SG&A expenses including Salaries, Wages, Marketing, 3rd party expenses and Financial services. They partner with Commercial Finance, Global Business Services (GBS), People Division, Marketing and our Vendors to ensure financial statement accuracy and an efficient control environment is maintained in accordance with company policies and US GAAP.What you'll do...

Manage the completeness, accuracy and existence of SG&A expenses ($3,5B) (excluding property expenses) for all operating units across the organization, as well as the corresponding balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to all compensation costs, marketing costs, and financial services programs. This includes all month-end close processes associated with these expenses. Ensuring all transaction are recorded in accordance with US GAAP requirements

Have an in depth understanding of end to end system, process and accounting for SG&A in order to manage the research and analysis of issues within role scope. Highlight and remediate issues and bring forward resolution plans to senior leadership.

Lead interactions with the GBS Payroll team to ensure ongoing system and process enhancements result in accurate and timely payments, appropriate accounting and GAAP compliance and an improved control environment.

Drive associate engagement by valuing associates, listening and responding to concerns, recognizing and rewarding accomplishments and providing opportunities for growth and development. Identify and set goals for the team (includes 4 direct reports) and participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of objectives.

Hire, train, mentor, and develop direct reports and other team associates relating to career path and succession, and provide leadership through regular feedback and performance evaluations.

Lead financial analysis and consultation on ad hoc projects, highlighting risks, opportunities and financial reporting requirements for new business initiatives. Partner with business customers to ensure accounting for ongoing business initiatives are in compliance with US GAAP standards and provide financial analysis to support the business.

Proactively manage and collaborate with business partners to ensure customer service levels are of high quality and aligned with Walmart business objectives. Maintains adequate controls over GBS and take initiatives to monitor and improve effectiveness of services provided by GBS

Propose recommendations for changes to policies, procedures and systems as needed to improve internal controls, integrity of financial information, and departmental efficiencies and streamline financial analysis for management. Leverage best practices to drive continuous improvement in Controllership. Coordinate the preparation of materials for external and internal auditors as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Commerce.
CPA designation is preferred but not required
At least 3 years of practical full cycle accounting experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong analytical and critical thinking ability
Continuous improvement mindset with ability to automate manual processes
Previous experience with SAP is preferred but not required
Previous experience/working knowledge of US GAAP is an asset

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Age - 16 or older

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Primary Location…

1940 ARGENTIA RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON L5N 1P9, CanadaAre you currently a Walmart associate?Please login to your Workday account and use the Find Jobs report to apply for this job.

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