Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and control activities related to General Accounting (GA) processing system(s) to assure correct accounting reporting
Support components or portions of the GA responsibilities inclusive of Intercompany, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Reconciliations, Month End Close, Statutory & Financial Reporting, and US GAAP General Ledger reporting
Prepare reports of findings and recommendations to Regional Center Finance leadership
Perform period end financial close activities and meet all related deadlines
Prepare monthly journal entries as needed
Facilitate quarterly Balance Sheet review meetings
Handle accounting policy and procedure inquiries, ad hoc reporting and analysis requests, provide periodic customer/center training
Ensure customer needs and relationships are fulfilled and enhanced through proactive involvement and interaction
Serve in a liaison role with the North America Finance departments
Assist General Accounting Lead and General Accounting Team Leaders as needed; participate in or lead special projects that require creative and analytical skills
Develop and assist in automating processes utilizing innovative technical and processing solutions
Support necessary financial applications
Maintain complete and accurate standard operating procedures and support control documentation requirements (SOX) where required
Experience with SAP, JDE, Oracle preferred
Fluency in English Required
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
BS Degree or equivalent in Accounting is required
CPA/MBA preferred, public accounting experience a strong plus
Minimum 2 years of experience in R2R
Proficiency in PC skills (MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint) required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups and individuals
Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with SAP, JDE, Oracle preferred
Fluency in English and Spanish Required
