Manager, Financial Reporting
Who We Are
Founded in 1963 by Mary Kay Ash with a bold mission to enrich women’s lives, Mary Kay has grown into one of the world’s most successful and enduring beauty brands. For more than 60 years, our people-first culture and commitment to innovation have powered our global success in skincare, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements, and fragrances. Our corporate teams spanning R&D, marketing, IT, manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, analytics, and more play a critical role in supporting millions of Independent Beauty Consultants across more than 35 markets worldwide. At Mary Kay, employees collaborate on meaningful work that drives real impact, fuels entrepreneurship, and advances science backed beauty. Guided by purpose, we are equally committed to sustainability, supporting women affected by cancer and domestic abuse, and inspiring future generations, all while offering rewarding careers with global reach and opportunities for growth
What We Offer
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K & Profit Sharing
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Free On-site Fitness Center & Health Clinic
- Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Product Discounts
About The Role
Manages the global monthly financial close, consolidation, and preparation of internal management reports, as well as quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Reviews all consolidation results generated by Hyperion Financial Management (HFM). Interprets accounting standards, recommends policies, and ensures compliance across global subsidiaries by providing guidance, researching issues, and explaining reporting requirements and variances.
Responsibilities:
Financial Close & Consolidation
- Lead the global monthly and quarterly close, including review of consolidated financial and statistical data from subsidiaries.
- Oversee FX translation, consolidation, and intercompany eliminations in HFM and prepare elimination entries as needed.
- Review results for irregularities, identify material errors, and assess financial reporting impacts.
- Communicate close instructions and provide support on variances or reporting issues.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare, review, and distribute monthly and quarterly management reporting packages.
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures for Mary Kay Inc. and Mary Kay Holding Corporation.
- Serve as primary contact with external auditors for interim reviews and the annual audit; ensure schedules and information requests are completed accurately and on time.
- Prepare consolidated entries for deferred sales in accordance with ASC 606.
- Maintain approved distribution lists to ensure confidentiality of financial data.
Analysis, Policy & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company reporting policies.
- Interpret complex accounting issues, support accounting positions, and provide guidance to subsidiaries.
- Review new and proposed accounting standards, evaluate impacts, and advise management.
- Develop, update, and communicate company financial policies and procedures; provide global training as needed.
- Review existing procedures for effectiveness in relation to changing reporting requirements and business processes.
Systems, Process Improvement & Data Management
- Manage systems used for financial consolidations and reporting; maintain working knowledge of the consolidation system.
- Oversee the global chart of accounts, entity structure, and approval of new departments, divisions, and chartfields.
- Participate in system updates and testing; ensure issues are resolved and changes are properly implemented.
- Partner with IT and FP&A on daily sales reporting via Tableau and maintain access lists.
Additional Responsibilities
- Coordinate Independent Sales Force Program accounting, monthly journal entries, and annual actuarial valuations.
- Oversee completion of government census and economic surveys.
- Support annual appraisal and bank examinations; prepare required reports and data.
- Provide secure, confidential ad hoc reporting as needed.
- Review Global Market Bonus Program Free Cash Flow and Corporate Division bonus model reports, including FX adjustments and incentive compensation calculations.
- Guide subsidiaries in recording incentive compensation expenses and consolidate final results for management.
- Maintain and modify bonus model calculations based on program changes.
On-Site Requirement: This role requires on-site work at our Global Headquarters in Addison, TX.
What You'll Need to Be Successful
- Experience: Experience: 7+ years of accounting experience
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting standards; ability to interpret pronouncements and develop internal policies.
- Solid understanding of financial systems, data integrity, and internal controls.
- Excellent communication skills for preparing disclosures, partnering with executives, and working with global teams.
- Cultural awareness and ability to collaborate effectively across international subsidiaries.
- Internal Controls: Develops and reviews policies with an internal‑control mindset, identifying control weaknesses and recommending improvements.
- Data Storytelling: Structures clear presentations and uses data to create actionable insights, maintaining strong business acumen and stakeholder trust.
- Technology: Proficient with digital tools and finance systems (HFM, ERP, RPA), with strong understanding of system integrations, risks, and ROI of technology solutions.
