ESG and Technical Accounting Manager

Looking to work for the best in the industry?
Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 440 Sales Centers in 13 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Tile, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Job Summary: The ESG and Technical Accounting Manager supports executive management and is responsible for a variety of accounting and reporting responsibilities.  The ESG and Technical Accounting Manager’s responsibilities include performing in-depth analysis of moderate to complex financial information and overseeing the preparation and review of the annual Corporate Responsibility Report. The ESG and Technical Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of our voluntary and mandatory ESG disclosures.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversees preparation and review of the Company’s annual Corporate Responsibility Report.

• Manages SEC, state-level and other climate reporting.

• Supports and coordinates with teams managing voluntary ESG reporting and disclosures to ensure information is consistent and synergistic.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, HR, Operations, Marketing, Audit, etc.) to ensure consistent ESG reporting.

• Monitors the evolving global regulatory ESG reporting landscape and evaluate the applicability of new regulations to POOL.

• Manages technical accounting research efforts.

• Researches SEC and GAAP guidance, including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary.

• Assists with preparation of information for board meetings and quarterly earnings calls as assigned.

• Oversees technical accounting functions as assigned.

• Supports compliance with management’s controls over financial reporting.

• Identifies specific projects and system enhancements designed to improve processing efficiency of corporate accounting and subsidiary reporting.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

• CPA Certification.

• A minimum of five years public accounting experience or industry experience with a publicly traded company (Big four or large regional firm with publicly traded clients).

• Proven leadership skills.

• Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and other basic software products.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and manage multiple projects.

• Strong partnering and communication skills.

• Desire to drive efficiencies and improve processes.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions. 

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.