Notes to applicants:
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Dimensional sees great value from collaborating in our offices and appreciates the benefits of flexibility. Most roles fit our office-first hybrid approach: We are together on our campuses Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and have the choice to work in the office or remotely, depending on what is best for that work day, on Mondays and Fridays. This approach maximizes in-person collaboration and interaction while simultaneously providing flexibility and applies to most roles globally with a few exceptions that require more or less time in the office. Please discuss with your Recruiter to confirm the details for this specific role.
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Here at Dimensional, we strive to be an inclusive workplace for all. Even if you do not match every qualification listed, if you are interested in who we are, what we do, and why we do it, we suggest and encourage you to apply.
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If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, such accommodation is available upon request.
Job Description:
The Senior Associate – Accounting, Reporting & Controls is a senior role within the Finance department and will lead the development, implementation and maintenance of global accounting policies, processes and controls that are compliant with GAAP, IFRS and other applicable regulatory standards globally. This role must be able to independently address a wide variety of technical accounting and reporting issues while also exhibiting superior leadership skills and problem-solving ability. The successful candidate will have external audit experience in a large public accounting firm and / or experience applying accounting, reporting and internal controls in a global organization.
Responsibilities
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Manage the external reporting function for Dimensional’s global investment advisor and broker dealer entities
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Implement process improvements and automation related to the consolidation and financial reporting cycle
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Analyze corporate initiatives and complex transactions to ensure accounting implications of actions being considered are understood by the decision makers
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Manage multiple financial projects simultaneously and achieve objectives within specified deadlines
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Identify, research and resolve reporting and technical accounting issues
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Assess the impact of new accounting standards and reporting governance standards and lead the development of related implementation strategies as required
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Oversee the design, monitoring and maintenance of financial controls consistent with Sarbanes Oxley standards
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Serve as a key contact to external auditors related to periodic operational and financial statement audits
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Leads periodic training sessions, including debriefing senior management on new technical developments
Qualifications
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Bachelor or higher degree in Accounting or Finance
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4+ years of accounting or finance experience
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CPA with experience in public accounting
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Strong knowledge of US GAAP and international accounting principles
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Strong knowledge of PCAOB and other internal control requirements
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Demonstrated experience managing high-performing teams
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Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and efficiency while meeting deadlines
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Superior problem-solving ability
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Excellent communication, critical, analytical, and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work well independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
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Ability to balance attention to detail while still seeing the big picture
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Experience developing processes that leverage the benefits of an ERP system
Preferred Qualifications:
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Global asset management industry experience
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Financial reporting experience with non-US investment advisor regulators
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3+ years of SEC experience, including SOX related compliance and testing
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Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP, or similar enterprise software systems
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Experience managing SOC-1 audits
Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.
It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.
What We Do
Dimensional is a leading global investment firm that has been translating academic research into practical investment solutions since 1981. Guided by a strong belief in markets, we help investors pursue higher expected returns through a systematic investment process that integrates research insights with advanced portfolio design, management, and trading while balancing tradeoffs that can impact returns. Dimensional is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has 14 global offices across North America, Europe, and Asia. As of March 31, 2022, Dimensional manages $659 billion for investors worldwide.
