Senior Accountant
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation of monthly financial reporting packages including detailed review and analysis of balance sheets and income statements for Corporate cost centers
- Assist in the preparation of monthly internal financial reporting deliverables which are provided to Senior Management
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial statements/compliance calculations for external stakeholders
- Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and serve as key liaison with third-party auditors
- Lead technical accounting research efforts including presentation of key findings to Finance Management
- Ensure that established controls and processes are followed, including timely preparation/signoff on reconciliations, check lists, etc. as well as periodic updates of internal control process narratives
- Research and analysis technical accounting matters such as annual impairment assessments, revenue recognition, lease accounting and new accounting pronouncements
- Reviews and approves the journal entries prepared by accounting staff
- Assist in the revenue budgeting process
- Assist in preparation of detailed cash flow projections when necessary to support Treasury function
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Effective understanding of controls/GAAP compliance practices
- 2-5 years’ experience in accounting through public accounting and/or industry experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in general ledger systems and Microsoft Office products.
- CPA strongly preferred
- Public accounting experience preferred, but not required
Skills and Abilities
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions
- Motivation – Motivated self-starter, sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence
- Ethics – Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards. Upholds organizational values
- Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration, regardless of position or status
- Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills and has technical expertise and knowledge of company products. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities
- Communication – Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiating skills
- Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision
- Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities. Manages time effectively and adapts to changing priorities. Sets goals and objectives
- Team Work – Team player who works productively with wide range of people
- Project Management – Strong project-management and multi-tasking skills. Develops and implements business plans and goals
- Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
