Sr. Analyst, SEC Reporting at Kontoor Brands in Greensboro, NC

Job description

Who We Are: Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of three of the world’s most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®. Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long- term value for its stakeholders. Job Posting: Sr. Analyst, SEC Reporting The Senior Analyst – SEC Reporting supports the preparation and analysis of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K. This role prepares and reviews consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A support, XBRL, and related reporting documentation. The Senior Analyst partners with Corporate FP&A, regional accounting teams, and other functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The Senior Analyst researches technical accounting guidance and assists with implementing new or revised accounting standards. It also supports Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, responds to accounting and reporting questions, and helps resolve cross-functional matters. In addition, the role contributes to process improvements, transformational initiatives, and other ad hoc financial reporting projects. Duties and Responsibilities: Preparation and analysis of consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures for presentation in the Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, and other SEC filings Preparation of documentation to support MD&A, footnotes, XBRL and press release documentation Act as a liaison with tax, treasury, legal, internal audit and FP&A with regards to reporting, accounting matters, and cross-departmental initiatives Assists with the research and implementation of new/revised accounting standards Research and summarization of technical guidance in functional accounting areas which may include earnings per share, foreign currency, segment reporting, derivatives, stock-based compensation, goodwill and intangible assets Document and execute internal controls related to the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance requirements for the Financial Reporting Process Actively engage with finance staff in U.S. and international locations to provide assistance with accounting and reporting questions Assist with ad-hoc projects related to financial reporting topics Leadership: Build relationships with key business partners Lead meetings and discussions on financial reporting topics Communicate effectively Proactively identify opportunities to enhance financial reporting and make processes more effective and efficient Requirements: Education/Positional Requirements: Bachelor’s and/or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field CPA License required Years of Related Professional Experience: 3+ Years Public accounting experience preferred Experience with review or preparation of SEC Filings Skills for Success: Strong financial accounting and reporting acumen Understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, including SOX internal controls Detailed-oriented Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities Capability to learn new software systems and ERP systems Proactiveness and sense of urgency when dealing with time constraints Technology forward thinking including the usage of AI tools Project management, time management, and prioritization skills Strong work ethic with self-accountability for high-quality deliverables Well-organized and thorough Communication skills and ability to effectively lead discussions/meetings. Ability to work independently and collaborate with business partners Ability to manage competing priorities and requests Receptive to receiving direct, constructive feedback Desire for continuous improvement Software: Preferred Experience with ERP Systems and other financial systems: Workiva SAP Group Reporting and SAP S/4 AuditBoard Blackline Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.) Leadership Competencies Expected for this Role: Emerging Leader Global Agility – Ope