Manager, Financial Reporting and Consolidations

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Manager, Financial Reporting and Consolidations
• Job Summary: We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Manager, Financial Reporting and Consolidations to develop and scale our financial consolidation and processes across our global subsidiaries. This pivotal role will design and implement framework to drive timely and accurate worldwide financial consolidation and reporting. You will collaborate closely with subsidiary accounting teams to drive operational excellence and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, while leading in areas of business combinations and financial integration. This is a hands-on, high-impact position that demands deep expertise in accounting standards, strong analytical acumen, and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and serve as a trusted partner to cross-functional teams worldwide.
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• People Manager: Yes

What you’ll do

Consolidations Management

• Drive timely and accurate monthly consolidation of all TPCi entity financial statements.
• Enhance and standardize accounting procedures and reporting processes across our global operations.
• Lead the review, reconciliation, and elimination of intercompany transactions and balances.
• As needed, lead accurate accounting for business combinations while coordinating with external valuation experts and auditors.
• As needed, partner with cross-functional teams to integrate new entity into the company’s financial consolidation processes.

Financial Reporting

• Prepares monthly consolidated balance sheets and income statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepares quarterly financial reporting package and trend analysis to TPCi’s parent company.
• Prepare annual financial statements and footnotes.
• Provides internal and external auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.

People Management:

• Manages the accounting staff who are responsible for financial reporting, consolidations, and international accounting.
• Recruits and hires accounting staff and conducts performance evaluations.
• Coordinates training programs for new staff and identifies training needs for current staff.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and champion opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Design, implement, and monitor robust internal controls over financial reporting.

Technical Accounting Research & Compliance:

• Stay current with changes in accounting regulations, proactively evaluating their impact on TPCi's consolidated financial statements.
• Conduct technical accounting research as needed.

What you’ll bring

• Eight + (8+) years of experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, or relevant field, plus a minimum of three (3) years of people management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline preferred or demonstrated equivalent expertise.
• Proven strengths in financial reporting and driving timely consolidation of global subsidiaries.
• Knowledge of ASC 830 and direct experience accounting for foreign currencies.
• Knowledge of ASC 805 and direct experience accounting for business combinations is preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and/or International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and provide leadership to subsidiary accounting teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical mindset, and excellent cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with major ERPs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 4 times per year domestically and internationally.

Base Salary Range:

For this role, new hires generally start between $116,500.00 - $138,000.00 per year. The full range is $116,500.00 - $176,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.