Sr. Accountant

Company: Career Foundations
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

SENIOR ACCOUNTANTOrganization Info:Well established, innovative, leading multinational manufacturer that values their employees and community. Diverse organization where differences are valued and members are challenged to think and act boldly - to try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning.Make your mark and help drive Good Growth - growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible.Job Overview/Summary:The Senior Accountant on the Corporate Accounting team partners with various business units and cross functional teams to provide accounting oversight and support. This position supports the monthly and quarterly accounting close processes as well as any Sarbanes-Oxley self-assessment testing. The position will drive process improvements by identifying and executing changes to be more efficient and effective as well as supporting our external reporting requirements and audit activities.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:* Support monthly and quarter close processes, including review and preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations as well as reporting and analytics for area of responsibility* Provide technical accounting support (U.S GAAP accounting guidance) to the business unit partners, including research and recommendations on accounting issues, as well as implementation of accounting and policy changes.* Participate in Sarbanes-Oxley self- assessment testing for owned areas* Provide support to internal and external audit activities including preparation and review of audit schedules as needed* Drive process improvements by identifying and executing changes to be more effective and efficient including leveraging data and technology to unlock value* Other ad hoc requests, such as documentation of key transactions through technical accounting memorandums and other projects to support accounting team or business units.Successful Background Profile:Desirable Experience:* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.* CPA certificate/candidate* 3+ years of accounting or relevant experience* Big 4 or public accounting experience preferred* Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial statements* Proficiency with a major ERP system (SAP, HFM)Favorable Skills and Abilities:* Understanding of US GAAP and financial statements* Attention to detail resulting in consistent, reliable and accurate work product* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Superior planning and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize* Flexible, adaptable and proactive* Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams and with cross functional partners* Solid understanding of the financial close processes* Process improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement changes* Proficient in PC applications (eg Excel, Microsoft Office)Disclosure: These responsibilities are in no way meant to be conclusive. May be asked to perform other necessary and related responsibilities accordingly.Type: Full-time.To apply, please e-mail your resume to admin@careerfoundations.com .

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