Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting (Remote)

The Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting is primarily focused on monthly close and related general ledger activities. The Financial Analyst will support internal business partners, related cost centers and departments. This role works closely with cross-functional Business Partners, Accounting, External Reporting, Treasury, and other finance management located in various businesses.

Reports to: Manager, Corporate Accounting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop a deep understanding of the company and business processes

Lead monthly financial close for assigned cost centers, by preparing journal entries and working with external departments to gather relevant information

Prepare monthly account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure Financial Statement accuracy and completeness

Assist FP&A team in analyzing expenses and meet with Business Partners to review projection and communicate actual results

Complete monthly analyses to ensure expenses for responsible departments are in line with expectations and to understand, anticipate and communicate any variances

Ensure compliance with SOX and other internal controls

Identify and initiate process improvements

Assist management with various ad hoc analysis and presentations

Required Skills:

Understanding of US GAAP accounting standards

Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic fast-paced environment

Self-directed and accountable

Takes initiative and is curious, driven, flexible/adaptable. Detail oriented.

Excellent Excel skills is required with at least a basic knowledge of PowerPoint and Word

Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills

Qualifications:

Experience:

2+ years’ experience in Accounting with reconciliation, journal entry, & month-end close experience

Knowledge of Finance/GL systems

Preferred Qualifications:

MBA or CPA is valued, but not required

Public Accounting (Big 4) experience

Oracle ERP, Oracle ARCS/FCCS, or similar is valued, but not required

Experience with Budgeting & Financial Statement experience is preferred

Education:

Undergraduate degree in Accounting is required

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