At EZCORP we are a growing team focused on creating and changing the pawn industry as we know it today. We believe that our platform enabled lending and e-commerce solutions will revolutionize our ability to attract, engage and service our customers across the United States, Mexico and Latin America.Join us now for an opportunity to be a part of a team that wants to provide access to short-term cash for every person – everywhere!The Company: Founded in Austin in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States, Mexico and Latin America. We are dedicated to satisfying the short-term cash needs of consumers who are both cash and credit constrained and providing an industry-leading customer experience.What’s in it for you: Ground Floor opportunity with EZCORP, a company with a start-up, purpose-driven mentality where innovative and agile problem solving are part of our DNA along with competitive compensation and benefits.The Senior Manager of Operational Accounting provides leadership, support and consultation in all areas of operational accounting. This role maintains a system of internal controls that ensures the company maintains and adheres to financial reporting policies, SEC and US GAAP requirements and other compliance related activities.Key Areas of ResponsibilityOversees the month, quarter, and year-end close processes for operational accounting, including account reconciliations and financial statement schedulesServes as company-wide owner of lease accounting (ASC 842) and administration of the Lucernex lease management systemLeads SOX 404 compliance for operational accounting, including control design, documentation, and remediationCritical and Essential TasksLeads and reviews the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for operational accounting, ensuring accurate and timely journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement schedulesPerforms variance analysis for assigned areas of responsibility, identifying and explaining fluctuations to actual and budget/forecast, and escalating anomalies to the Corporate ControllerServes as the company-wide subject matter expert for lease accounting under ASC 842, including lease classification, initial and subsequent measurement, and disclosure requirementsPrepares audit schedules, PBC (prepared-by-client) items, and supporting documentation for quarterly reviews and the annual audit; serves as a primary point of contact for external auditor requestsDesigns, implements, and maintains internal controls over financial reporting for operational accounting processes to ensure SOX 404 compliance, including control documentation, walkthroughs, and evidence retentionIdentifies opportunities to improve close efficiency, automate manual processes, and strengthen controls across operational accountingHires, trains, develops, and retains competent accounting staff; conducts performance evaluations and manages staff development plansBuilds a collaborative, team-oriented culture within the group and across cross-functional finance/accounting partnersSupports M&A integration activities (accounting onboarding, opening balance sheet reviews, SOX scoping) for acquired entities as neededCompletes other duties and special projects as assigned by the Corporate ControllerRequirementsExperience8+ years of experienceIncluding 1- 5 years of previous management responsibilityHands-on experience with lease accounting under ASC 842 requiredExperience with lease management systems (Lucernex preferred) strongly preferredEducationBachelor’s degree in in Accounting or FinanceCertified public accountant (CPA) requiredCompetenciesTechnical & Professional SkillsJob-Specific Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExperience building and managing a teamAbility to leverage systems and drive process improvementsExperience with full close-cycle accountingExcellent mathematical skillsExperience in budgeting and forecastingComprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)Experience in public accounting /large corporationsDemonstrated strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and accuracy; and time management and organizational skillsHighly proficient in the use of MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookService OrientationThis is a major area of importance. Team Members who are successful in this position will be eager to help, committed to doing things right and always focused on the customer’s wants and needs.LeadershipLeadership skills are of major. Successful Team Members will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to interpret technical information to all levels of associates in a positive and motivational manner and so that they can understand. An emphasis on inter-personal relationships and “results orientation” will ensure success in this position.Analytical SkillsThe person in this position will need to have keen analytical skills that will allow him/her to look at data and identify discrepancies and irregularities and determine the best solution to correcting the situation.PlanningIn order to be effective in this position, the Team Member must be able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines to better handle day-to-day and special situations.About Us We are looking for Team Members to lead the way today and to step into greater roles tomorrow. When you bring us your passion for service excellence, we’ll provide development and career paths to enhance your skills in a fun and fast-paced environment. We offer competitive pay, generous bonus potential from day one, and great benefits! We are committed to fostering an environment that values belonging and development for all. This commitment includes providing equal access to, and participation in, employment opportunities, programs, and services without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or age. Headquartered in Austin, TX, EZCORP is traded on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol EZPW and is a member of the S&P 1000 Index and NASDAQ Composite Index.