Accountant at AKAMAI TECHNOLOGIES INC

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

118300.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Ledger Accounting, Reporting, Audit, Excel, Pivot Tables, VLookups, Analytical Skills, Attention To Detail, Problem Solving, US GAAP Knowledge, Independent Work, Prioritization, Teamwork, Collaboration, Corporate Finance, Journal Entries

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Do you want to enhance your corporate finance experience with a cutting-edge technology company? Are you exciting about joining team of accounting professionals managing accounting activities of Akamai entities around the world? Join our GL Corporate Accounting Team! The Corporate Accounting team manages all operational and transactional accounting for the US, Costa Rica & Canada. The Accountant will be part of a five-member team and report to their manager based in Krakow, Poland. The team is responsible for operationalizing US-based, Costa Rician & Canadian accounting transactions and working closely with all businesses and international accounting colleagues at Akamai. Partner with the best In this position, you will build business relationships and work with stakeholders globally. The Accountant role will be based at the Akamai headquarters in Cambridge supporting the US Corporate Accounting team. You will focus on the monthly and quarterly reporting of Akamai results as well as ad hoc projects. As an Accountant, you will be responsible for: Reviewing accounting activities and preparing month-end journal entries to accurately reflect business operations Preparing Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations to ensure account balances are accurate and complete Reviewing OPEX & COGS activities and preparing monthly expense variance analysis Assisting with preparing Balance Sheet & P&L flux analysis for monthly CFO close meetings Assisting in quarterly and annual audits as required Do what you love To be successful in this role you will: Have a degree in Accounting or Auditing or related field Have experience in General Ledger accounting and reporting or audit area Demonstrate excellent understanding of Excel (including Pivot Tables, VLookups, etc.) Possess analytical skills, attention to detail and willingness to solve problems when identified Have an established US GAAP knowledge Demonstrate the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision Have the ability to prioritize workloads with a high level of accuracy in an ever-changing environment Be a good team player, collaborate with people from across the business Work in a way that works for you FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply. Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like! We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together. At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here. Working for you At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life: Your health Your finances Your family Your time at work Your time pursuing other endeavors Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future. About us Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. Join us Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you! Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status. If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis until the job is filled. Compensation Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $65,700 - $118,300/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.

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Responsibilities

The Accountant will be responsible for reviewing accounting activities, preparing month-end journal entries, and completing Balance Sheet account reconciliations to ensure accuracy. This role also involves assisting with preparing flux analysis for CFO close meetings and supporting quarterly and annual audits.