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At Planet Fitness, our mission has always been to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, judgement free environment. We are proud to be one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, and we’re grateful for the amazing Planet Fitness team that supports our 2,000+ clubs and millions of members every day. Our Planet Fitness team is comprised of dynamic, dedicated and talented individuals who represent our values of integrity, transparency, passion, respect, and excellence (while having fun!) in everything they do. Joining the PF family means being part of a company that cares about bettering the health and wellbeing of our communities. It means being a part of a supportive, engaging workforce with an inclusive culture that values diversity and creates an environment where everyone can feel they belong. It means encouraging professional growth and development. It means making true, lasting connections with your co-workers with celebrations, team building activities and engaging corporate events! It means creating a positive impact in our local communities through our Judgement Free Generation® philanthropic initiative. It means being part of a brand that you can be proud of! For the past 25 years, we’ve helped millions of people in their fitness journey and revolutionized the industry along the way. And we’re just getting started! The PF Headquarters Finance team is searching for a Senior Accountant.
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About the Role:As our Senior Accountant you will be responsible for applying the proper application of US GAAP to Planet Fitness’s accounting activities for daily and monthly accounting functions necessary to support our daily operational activities as well as month end and year end close activities.
In this role you will specifically be responsible for accounting activities required to maintain the company’s general ledger including, but not limited to GL reconciliations, monthly accruals, allocation entries, recording of revenue and expenses, acquisitions, equipment revenue areas and accounting for international operations, etc.
In this role you will:
Participate in the month end accounting close process and ensure proper application of US GAAP.
Prepare journal entries for entry into the general ledger system by collecting necessary data; analyze and prepare audit trail support for the journal entries.
Assist with managing reporting around deferred revenue balances by applying relevant technical accounting principles and guidance.
Manage and ensure accurate month-end US GAAP reporting of revenue and expenses related to the equipment segment.
Assist with monthly accrual process including, but not limited to, running meetings with department heads to estimate unbilled liabilities based on purchase order reporting
Prepare complex balance sheet reconciliations.
Assist with review of general ledger activity for accuracy; analyze to ensure proper expensing and capitalization of costs; research and correct discrepancies.
Assist with P&L and Balance Sheet balance trend analyses; evaluate and thoroughly document variance explanations.
Perform SOX controls; maintain process flowcharts and evidence of controls for areas of responsibility.
Assist with quarterly and annual examinations by external auditors; compile support, fill out audit templates, and fulfill other ad hoc requests, as needed.
Assist in the preparation of supporting documents for 10-Q and 10-K documents and tie-outs, as needed.
Partner and collaborate with peers and cross functional business partners to drive change management, lead process improvement and alignment.
Play a key role in the implementation and optimization of systems and processes to ensure accurate and efficient day-to-day processing and month-end close procedures.
Assist with ad hoc analyses and special projects, as necessary.
About You:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
Certified Public Accountant or CPA candidate strongly preferred
Public accounting experience strongly preferred
Solid understanding of US GAAP and SOX Compliance
Proficient in Excel including advanced formulas (PIVOT Tables, VLOOKups, SUMIFs, etc.)
Experience with Great Plains a plus
SEC Reporting experience a plus
Organized and self-motivated
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly organized and effective at managing own deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exhibit confidence, ease, and flexibility working in an extremely fast-paced, ever-changing, deadline-driven environment
More Reasons to Join Planet Fitness:
Early release Fridays
Volunteer days off
Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Childcare allowance
Generous vacation/holiday pay
Free Black card and amazing exercise incentives
Onsite gym, complete with locker rooms and Black Card area
Café that serves delicious, healthy breakfast and lunch options
Company-sponsored social events