FULL-TIME Full-time

LOCATION CA

ABOUT US

Celebrating over 40 years as an industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness is committed to creating a healthier, happier world through fitness with over 270 clubs in 11 states nationwide. We provide a welcoming and inclusive environment, with thousands of square feet of premium strength and cardio equipment, turf zones, free weights, functional training areas and more. Studio classes, personal training and innovative digital offerings are all available to keep our members' minds and bodies fit. Join us in creating a healthy, happier world by changing lives through fitness!

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant performs month-end close, audit support, accounting research, ad-hoc analyses, process improvement, and other projects. The Senior Accountant has a thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and ability to research new pronouncements and apply the appropriate accounting treatment to the Company's new contracts/agreements/initiatives. The Senior Accountant ensures that GAAP are being practiced consistently in all responsible areas to ensure the accuracy of the accounting records and related financial statements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

Monthly Close

• Assume full ownership for areas of responsibility.

• Prepare monthly journal entries, fluctuation analyses, trend analyses, reconciliations and additional schedules.

• Meet with internal departments and outside parties to ensure transactions and reports are recorded and produced timely and accurately.

• Train, coach and lead other accountants through all monthly close processes.

Special Projects

• Support Senior Accounting Manager on special projects for a broad range of transactions and initiatives.

Process Improvement

• Work with team to streamline existing processes and to eliminate redundant or non-value added work to continue to keep pace with company growth while minimizing the expansion of existing resources by determining ways to continually improve existing processes either through automation or re-design of existing business practices.

External Audits, Interim and Year End

• Prepare and review external auditor interim and annual audit schedules.

• Work with auditors to resolve issues and to make appropriate corrections to business processes going forward.

• Train, coach and lead other accountants through all audit processes.

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

The Senior Accountant reports to the Senior Accounting Manager. Works with all levels of management both within Finance and with the non-financial business owners. Frequently interaction with the Vice President of Accounting, Director of Accounting and other business owners.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to appropriately communicate with all levels in the organization.

• Exercise good judgment in elevating issues to management timely.

• Ability to read and interpret Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Ability to prepare written memorandums summarizing accounting research.

• Experience in making process changes to incorporate new business ventures.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Ability to interact with internal and external auditors.

Minimum Educational Level/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent experience.

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in accounting.

• Large company background experience.

• Professional level accounting experience should include but is not limited to, general accounting financial statement preparation and research of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Physical Demands/ Environmental Conditions

• Must work on a computer for extended periods of time.

Travel Requirement

• Travel is not a requirement for this role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Access including creating of new databases, importing data from other applications and developing queries.

Work Experience and Qualification

• "Big Four" Accounting firm experience.

Disclaimers

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned. This job may be reviewed as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.

COMPLIANCE & INTEGRITY: Consistently supports compliance and Workplace Conduct by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and 24 Hour Fitness' policies and procedures.

All Directors, Managers and Supervisors are accountable for communication, implementation, enforcement, monitoring and oversight of compliance policies and practices in their departments.

SERVICE & QUALITY: In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by 24 Hour Fitness as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to member and team members, contracted providers and vendors.

WORKPLACE SAFETY: In addition to defined working conditions and physical requirements, employees are accountable for working safely; following established policies & procedures; and reporting all injuries and hazards to their supervisor immediately.

Supervisors and Managers are accountable for ensuring the safety performance of employees; applying consistent practices in compliance with federal, state and local regulations; providing guidance to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Benefits Summary

24 Hour Fitness offers benefit programs designed to meet the diverse needs of all team members, including health coverage, as well as Company paid benefits that are automatically provided at no cost, such as group life and accident insurance. There are eligibility requirements for each plan based on your position, hire and/or service date and your average hours worked. Benefit eligible team members may also accrue vacation hours. All 24 Hour Team members, and their eligible dependents, receive a complimentary membership.

Compensation Summary

All Employees: Free Club Membership, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Live and AD&D Insurance ($10,000), and 401k Savings and Investment Plan.

Average of 30 hours or more per week: Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits, Paid Time Off, and Sickness Benefits (in addition to the above).

Washington State : Receive 40 hours of sick time on your first day of employment. After 6 months of employment, accrue 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours, inclusive of time carried over.

Actual offer may vary from posted hiring range based on location, work experience, and/or education.

Salary range will vary based on geography of the applicant. Pay Range for Los Angeles, Orange County and Seattle: $84,065.00-$105,110.00 (Exempt), $40.42-$50.53 (Non-Exempt) Pay Range for Bay Area (California) & New York City (incl. New Jersey): $87,720.00-$109,680.00 (Exempt), $42.17-$52.73 (Non-Exempt) Pay Range for San Diego & Carlsbad (California) and all other locations: $78,948.00-$98,712.00 (Exempt), $37.96-$47.46 (Non-Exempt)

FUNCTIONAL GROUP Finance and Accounting