Accounting Manager - SOX

Company Overview

Sleep Number is a sleep wellness technology leader. For nearly four decades, we have placed sleep at the center of wellbeing, improving over 15 million lives with our Sleep Number smart beds. We are guided by our purpose – to improve the health and wellbeing of society through higher quality sleep. This is exemplified through our 4,000+ mission-driven team members who passionately innovate to drive value creation through our vertically integrated business model, owning the process from start to finish, including selling in our over 650 stores nationwide.

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, sharing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and skills with Sleep Number every day. Whether you are entering, returning or experienced in the workforce, we have a place for you. We hope you join us in creating the future through higher quality sleep

Primary Responsibilities:

• This position will manage the Sarbanes-Oxley program for the company
• Work closely with Internal Audit on testing design and execution of controls over external financial reporting
• Research, analyze, and conclude on new accounting, reporting and disclosure standards issued by the FASB and SEC and prepare memorandums including supportive literature, impact on the Company and conclusion
• Evaluate transactions, research as needed to provide recommendations and implement appropriate accounting and business solutions. Must be able to collaborate effectively with key partners to implement systems, business controls and processes/procedures to achieve objectives
• Prepare financial reports, review and analyze financial information and maintain accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals
• Drive development of financial system improvements to eliminate manual processes and improve financial controls
• Support external and internal auditors during quarterly reviews and audits

Key Performance Indicators:

• Ensures compliance with SEC, GAAP and other legal and regulatory requirements
• Identifies and helps to implement system, process and cost improvements
• Effectively multi-tasks and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely completion with high quality, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end close deliverables

Position Requirements:

• CPA required
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of SOX and GAAP required; SEC reporting experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Proven record of driving process improvements and development of personnel
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office programs; advanced in Excel; Oracle and AuditBoard experience preferred
• Proven record of driving process improvements and development of personnel.
• Proactive decision making and strong communication skills (written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills)
• Ability to work autonomously with all levels of leadership
• Must be oriented for continuous improvement
• Analytical ability and insights and detailed oriented
• Positive attitude; willingness to accept increasing responsibility

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Wellbeing

Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase - it's a movement that permeates our company and through our team members. We are dedicated to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of our team members and their families through benefits, programs, and resources across our five wellbeing pillars of emotional, financial, career, community, and physical health, with sleep at the center.

By joining our team, in addition to offering competitive pay programs, we are proud to offer eligible team members an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical and pharmacy benefits, dental, life and disability insurance, a matched 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and much more.

Safety

Safety is a top priority for Sleep Number supporting customers and team members wellbeing. COVID-19 Precaution(s) are in place consistent with CDC guidelines, U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), and state/local laws.

EEO Statement

Sleep Number is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, marital status, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is Sleep Number’s policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process, consistent with applicable law. We may require supporting medical or religious documentation where applicable and permissible by law. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, including if you are unable or otherwise limited in your ability to access open roles here.