Financial Reporting Advisor

Technical Accounting And Oversight Position

This position is in a group that is responsible for technical accounting and oversight, along with accounting for corporate development activities (M&A).

Accounting from due diligence to accounting for the purchase in conjunction with Corporate Development for acquisitions, divestitures, equity investments and strategic alliances.

Monitoring (corporate oversight) of accounting around the globe.

Month-end close coordination and quarterly reporting for a FedEx operating company.

The job requires compiling, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical information in support of accounting and financial analysis of FedEx companies, including consolidated reporting and / or reporting in compliance with SEC rules and regulations. It also involves providing interpretation and support to users of financial statements and supporting the design and enhancement of financial reporting systems.

To qualify, candidates should have a bachelor's degree / equivalent in accounting or finance. A master's degree, CPA, and five years of experience in financial reporting and analysis in a large public accounting firm or complex accounting environment of a for-profit company are preferred. Experience in SEC or other regulatory agency reporting or financial systems design may be required for some positions. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Skills / knowledge / experience considered a plus include initiative to seek out opportunities for improvement, effective communication to all levels of the organization, M&A accounting advisory, experience in purchase accounting for business acquisitions, experience with business and intangible valuations, strong knowledge and application of US GAAP to complex transactions, experience with SEC financial reporting, internal financial reporting and month-end close process, experience with international operations, ability and willingness for occasional international travel, and proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English.

This position will be located in Memphis, Tennessee, offering a hybrid work environment that supports in-person collaboration through onsite Team Days but allows team members flexibility to primarily work from home the rest of the time. Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs.

FedEx Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics disability, or protected Veteran status. FedEx Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. Further, FedEx Corporation is prepared to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the desired position, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.