Full-Time

Senior Accounting Analyst

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Sotheby’s

Sotheby’s

1,001-5,000 employees

Auction house for fine art

Real Estate
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$90k - $110kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Financial Accounting
Payroll Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
SAP Products
Financial analysis
Oracle
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • CPA qualified or equivalent
  • Have minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in payroll accounting or similar role. Public accounting experience also preferred.
  • Good knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, internal control and payroll taxes
  • Ability to apply US GAAP statutory accounting requirements to complex payroll transactions
  • Able to read and interpret agreements, then implement the relevant provisions of these agreements
  • Have good attention to detail with strong analytical skills
  • Be detail-oriented with good written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or other global ERP) preferred
  • Experience with SAP Analytics Cloud, Blackline and HFM is beneficial (but not essential)
  • Confident with Microsoft Excel and advanced formulas for analysis
  • Ability to build relationships and influence others in order to achieve successful outcome global payroll project
  • Fluent in English and another language beneficial
  • Strong credibility, ethical, full disclosure and clean financial history
  • Confidential, fully understands the ethical standards of a CPA / ACCA
  • Flexible and able to work in a fast-changing environment
  • Ability to handle payroll including the challenges that are associated with this responsibility
  • Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product
  • Continuously challenges the status quo to drive process and technology requirements
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for owning the General Ledger (GL) payroll closing activities for US, UK and Continental Europe
  • Ensure payroll processes and tax documents are accurate and up to date
  • Working with Finance Managers in local offices (HK, FR, CH, IT) to review monthly payroll
  • Work with payroll managers in the US and UK to identify and resolve issues
  • Forecasting ownership of global payroll with SAP Analytics Cloud
  • Provide Senior Finance Manager with global monthly payroll commentary for actuals and forecast
  • Meetings with HR to review cost centers and allocation of employees to ensure information within Success Factors is accurate
  • Working closely with external auditors to assist in completion of all audits specifically for payroll related queries
  • Liaising directly with local tax offices regarding social contributions and taxes
  • Ensure compliance with governmental laws for payroll accounting and taxes
  • Support Senior Finance Manager with compensation plans and severance accounting
  • Responsible for maintaining and preparing the accuracy of payroll balance sheet reconciliations globally
  • Payroll balance sheet reconciliations and investigations – pensions, employer taxes, benefits, etc
  • Working with relevant key stakeholders to identify and resolve payroll balance sheet reconciliation issues
  • Prepare balance sheet reviews for each entity and identify key areas of concerns
  • Provide advice and support to the wider Finance team by identifying balance sheet reconciliations weaknesses and partnering with Financial Analysts in investigation
  • Support investigation of audit weaknesses and provide suggestions for controls
  • Global oversight of Payroll systems for the purpose of reporting, analysis and recording journal entries, including partnering with local Finance partners and Payroll teams.

Sotheby's is a global auction house that focuses on selling fine art, luxury items, and collectibles. It serves a variety of clients, including private collectors and investors, by organizing both live and online auctions, as well as offering private sales for direct transactions. Sotheby's makes money through commissions on sales and fees for appraisals. The company is distinguished by its expertise in valuing rare items and providing online estimates to potential sellers. Auctions are held in major cities worldwide, attracting a diverse audience of bidders. Sotheby's also curates special collections and offers a more private buying experience through its gallery network, catering to clients who value discretion.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1744

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sotheby's groundbreaking $700 million securitization backed by art-secured loans demonstrates their innovative approach to art financing.
  • The company's strategic partnerships, such as with Art UK, enhance their cultural influence and market reach.
  • Sotheby's ability to attract high-profile collections and items, like the Tamotsu Yagi Collection, underscores their strong market position and appeal to elite collectors.

What critics are saying

  • Recent layoffs in the UK and potential further cuts could indicate financial instability and affect employee morale.
  • The departure of key figures, such as Brooke Lampley, may lead to a loss of expertise and impact the company's leadership in certain art categories.

What makes Sotheby’s unique

  • Sotheby's dual approach of live and online auctions, along with private sales, allows them to cater to diverse client preferences, unlike competitors who may focus solely on one method.
  • Their global presence in major cities like New York, London, and Hong Kong ensures a competitive market and attracts a worldwide audience, setting them apart from regional auction houses.
  • Sotheby's expertise in valuing and selling rare and valuable items, combined with their online estimate service, provides a unique value proposition for potential sellers.

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