Description#LI-Remote
The Advanced General Accountant role reports to the Vice President, Corporate Controller and will be responsible for assisting with a combination of duties including but not limited to those described below. The role will focus on select special projects, financial system migrations, IFRS to US GAAP conversion of financial statements, and financial reporting while assisting in the day-to-day activities in the Accounting department such as financial analysis, month-end close, reporting, intercompany, audits, and SEC filings.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead accounting and accounting-related projects (e.g. financial system implementation and reporting, new accounting standards, M&A migrations).
- Analysis of new and existing accounting pronouncements.
- Development of and maintenance of accounting policies.
- Flexible knowledge and willingness to support multiple Accounting areas (general ledger, cash and banking, prepaids, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, etc.) with common business tasks.
- Perform general accounting entries, analysis, and reporting as needed.
- Financial statements analytics and documentation and variance fluctuations.
- Review of SEC filings for accuracy (10-K, 10-Q, etc.)
- Perform and review Sarbanes Oxley controls related to areas of responsibility.
- Exhibit US GAAP technical knowledge in performing accounting duties and ability to assist in researching complex accounting arrangements.
- Ability to understand and map end-to-end accounting cycles.
- Other projects and assignments may be assigned to accommodate the changing needs of the department and the Company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
- 8-10 years of Accounting experience required.
- Big 4 public accounting firm experience required.
- Previous experience researching technical accounting matters and documenting accounting policies.
- Experience preparing, analyzing, or auditing financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Working knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley controls required.
- Advanced Microsoft skills including, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
- Advanced understanding of accounting processes and principles required.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills required.
- High level of personal ownership, initiative, and flexibility expected.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required.
- Positive attitude and excellent team player who can meet deadlines.
- High speed internet and connectivity capabilities to facilitate remote or hybrid schedule.
- Occasional minimal travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant
- SAP or BAAN experience is highly desired.
- IFRS knowledge is a plus.