Responsibilities :
This position is responsible for assisting with the accounting operations for capital accounting process. This role will report to the accounting team manager.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Manage the capital asset function to ensure assets are capitalized on a timely basis and accounted for in accordance with GAAP,
- Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting schedules,
- Prepare account reconciliations,
- Communicate effectively with team members from other functional areas as well as external sources,
- Comply with internal controls and best practices,
- Initiate process improvements to increase efficiency of financial close and accuracy of financial accounts,
- Support the financial reporting team as needed for preparation of the Form 10-Q, 10-K and other filings as needed,
- Provide information for auditors, and
- Support special projects
Competencies :
This team member must have a strong leadership and demonstrated ability in the following areas :
Accountability & Drive for Results - Strong customer focus and collaborative skillsChange Agent - Ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive / implement change.Functional / technical skills - Strong knowledge of US GAAP, in particular ASC 360 and ASC 350Process Optimization Focused - A visionary with ability to balance practical.Team player; comfort in operating within a dynamic, complex organizational structure.Qualifications : Education :
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other business-related fieldMaster's degree in business administration or CPA Certification (preferred)Experience :
5+ years' experience in accounting or related fieldExperience with capital accounting guidance under ASC 360 and ASC 350 (preferred)Experience with lease accounting guidance under ASC842 (preferred)Must be organized and detail oriented, possess a systems background, flexible, able to work independently, good oral and written communication skills, and have worked in a medium to large corporate environmentUnderstands and is able to apply accounting conceptsComfortable with and able to utilize computer technology Microsoft Excel, a strong plusDemonstrated ability to thrive and respond in a fast-paced environmentAnalytical thinking skillsExperience with ERP ledgers systems is preferred (Oracle, Baan, SAP, JDE)