This position within our corporate accounting and shared services team is responsible for a variety of general accounting activities around the analysis and application of expense recognition including journal entry preparation, month-end reconciliations, variance analysis and reporting, as well as audit support. Keys for success in this position include strong analytical problem-solving and interpersonal skills, with the ability to professionally communicate with internal and external partners both verbally and in writing. The right candidate will be service-oriented with high attention to detail and a process-improvement mindset.

Job Duties

• Perform monthly close activities including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and other internal work papers to support timely financial reporting
• Help perform and analyze results via the intercompany assessment process
• Assist in reporting of results to internal stakeholders and senior management
• Support multiple audits throughout the year with workpaper preparation and timely response to inquiries and requests for documentation
• Performa and own corporate Balance sheet reconciliations
• Identify and implement continuous process improvements and create procedure documentation
• Record transactions related to expense reporting, corporate credit cards, and payroll
• Assist with account assignment and recognition of invoicing, PO's and reclass JE's
• Collaborate with and support the full shared services team, including general ledger and AP functions
• Assist in a variety of analysis and special projects as needed

• Must possess the ability to work independently to successfully complete assignments
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a complex environment
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) skills
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and its application to expenses

Experience

• 5 years of demonstrated progressive experience in accounting and finance
• SAP experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with IT on implementation and configuration of ERP or integrated programs is a plus

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, or commensurate experience
• Although not required, a CPA or CMA certification is a plus