This is a senior leadership position within the U.S. finance department. It will lead and be responsible for the Global Consolidation, reporting on the parent company financial statements, the U.S. Accounting Department, U.S. and Canadian Payroll and day-to-day operational finance matters that require a senior leader. The role requires deep US GAAP expertise and is responsible for directing all phases of accounting and payroll while ensuring compliance with external requirements as well as internal controls. The role will manage external relationships such as financial statement auditors, benefit plan auditors and other third-party vendors.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• A senior member of the Finance Department and an ambassador for Sage’s values, actively supporting the department’s DEI Goals, and contribute enthusiastically to our culture of openness, transparency, and accountability.
• Responsible for leading the U.S. accounting department, U.S. and Canadian payroll and the Global Consolidation.
• Primary oversight of the parent company financial statement audit, which is of great importance to the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.
• In collaboration with the VP Global Finance, shape the strategic direction of the Finance department across its responsibility for accounting closing and reporting, acquisition accounting, internal controls and be accountable for translating that strategy into specific actionable plans.
• Takes the leading role in focusing the U.S. Finance Department on aligning their activity with the direction and strategy of the Global Finance Department. Be a role model within the department for excellent people management and leadership, ensuring your teams are having the necessary development and feedback conversations, receiving suitable coaching and training. Focus on mapping out career pathways for the department and ensuring that progression opportunities within the department are identified and communicated.
• As a senior member of the Global Finance team, proactively lead our multi-year Finance Strategy projects and ensure any issues that emerge are dealt with in a timely manner. This includes using Improvement principles to drive productivity and efficiency at Sage. Within your area of responsibility, lead the organizational change management necessary to support the successful introduction of the new processes and new systems that support this initiative.
• Solve and solution complex payroll matters and operational finance issues facing the business by leveraging a strong business acumen and a pragmatic approach.
• Primary oversight of the 401(k) financial statement audit and filing of the Form 5500.
• Streamline financial processes, enhance efficiency, and support Sage’s changing business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and integration of finance initiatives within the wider organization. Act as a point of escalation for complex or ambiguous issue resolution.
• Lead the review and strengthening of financial reporting and control processes across the department. Ensure processes are delivered consistently, efficiently and in line with Sage policies and best practices, including a thorough review of all balance sheet reconciliations.
• Hold responsibility for the Finance Department budget ensuring accurate plans and forecasts are submitted and all material variances to plan are fully investigated.
• Use financial acumen to develop the skills within U.S. Accounting to develop their knowledge. Provide guidance and training to finance and accounting teams to promote adherence to control standards and best practices.
• Assist the VP Global Finance with the assessment and financial due diligence of business acquisitions.

Qualifications, Experience & Education:

• Minimum of 10+ years leading a finance function with complex international operations.
• BA or BS, in accounting or finance, desired, graduate degree in accounting a plus; or equivalent and relevant experience.
• Active California Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification in good standing.
• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Express accounting concepts clearly both orally and in writing in a way which can be understood by both specialists and non-specialists.
• Substantial experience of leading at a senior level, ideally with remote management experience.

Analytical Skills and Specifications:

• Effectively manage time to meet deadlines and work professionally under pressure.
• Exceptional ability to reason, problem-solve, and the agility to navigate through challenging matters.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to multitask in fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Organize information in an effective and thorough manner.
• Manage complex projects over an extended period of time.
• Ability to identify confidential data and maintain its privacy.
• Participate effectively in a highly collaborative environment.
• Express ideas concisely and timely.
• Effective communication skills including strong presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail

If you have a disability and you need any support during the application process, please contact hr.resume@sagepub.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Pay Transparency & Benefits Package:

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect. Sage is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Compensation at Sage is influenced by several factors, including but not limited to skill set, nature and level of experience, qualifications, and other relevant considerations.  Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonuses or benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and additional aspects of the compensation/benefits package for this position during the hiring process. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.

In addition to compensation, Sage offers a highly competitive and comprehensive PPO medical, dental, and vision care benefits package with SAGE covering most of the premium costs. Unique program benefits that support a healthy life, a company-sponsored anniversary trip every 5 years, a 401(k)-matching program of 100% up to 5% of pay, and other significant meaningful benefits. In alignment with our value for education, Sage offers financial support for bachelor's and graduate-level degree programs as well as learning for personal interest.

Sage offers freedom and autonomy in your day-to-day with hybrid or remote work, depending on the role. Join the nearly 2,000 Sage employees worldwide who deliver products and services that serve to fulfill our noble goal of education and dissemination of knowledge globally. We’d love to meet you!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We believe that diversity is a cornerstone of a vibrant culture. We want Sage to be an organization where the most talented staff and high-potential staff are recruited, have the opportunity to grow, and want to work. We strive to achieve a better representation of diverse talent at all levels, including leadership, across our workforce.