Manager of Financial Reporting

Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America’s largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Manager of Accounting and Financial Reporting. The Manager of Accounting and Financial Reporting is responsible for the oversight of all accounting transactions, internal and external financial statements and reporting as well as the design and effectiveness of internal controls. This position will be responsible for making recommendations for continuous improvement and leading change in all areas of their responsibility including processes, procedures, reporting and systems. This position is fully in office 5 days a week in Leawood, KS.

• Oversee monthly and annual closing of the general ledger and preparation of the financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Oversee preparation of monthly reporting. Assist with the review and financial analysis of all MHC company financial statements to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Researches and explains significant fluctuations in the financial statements to prior periods through system queries and inquiries to other departments, for the purpose of documenting explanations or providing detailed analysis to senior management and external auditors.
• Oversee analysis of balance sheet accounts including reserve accounts and make recommendations for adjustments. Oversee the analysis of balance sheet accounts for other MHC companies including Leasing and MHCFS; Oversee reconciliation of sub-ledgers to the general ledger.
• Oversee/Coordinate the annual close process and audit to ensure an effective and efficient process. Prepare and review audit work papers.
• Apply technical knowledge to develop documentation to support the company's adoption of new accounting standards and the impact on the financial statements and related disclosures
• Evaluate internal control design and effectiveness. Make recommendations for improvements.
• Review and make recommendations for accounting policies, procedures and standards of the Company to ensure compliance with GAAP and company goals.
• Maintain fixed assets database and monthly updates related additions, dispositions, depreciation and amortization including capital leases. Monitor compliance with fixed asset policies.
• Oversee sales and use tax filings, property and real estate tax and FET filings and payments.
• Supervise and develop a team of employees. Plan and supervise the work of the department.
• Perform other special projects as determined by management. These projects will include, but are not limited to, technical research of accounting literature, preparation of special reports and documentation, investigation into accounting issues, implementation and upgrading of software applications.