SUMMARY:

Assist in the day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and prepare basic financial reports. Responsible for account reconciliations and documentation of source data (manual and systematic). Review, analyze, and document job processes and account reconciliation processes done outside of the GL group. Assist GL department with process improvements and account reconciliation efficiencies. Familiarization with Sarbanes Oxley requirements and assistance with maintaining those controls. Interact with external and internal auditors on a regular basis.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1.5 to 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Experience with ERP ledger systems is preferred (Oracle).

SKILLS:

• Must be organized and detail oriented, flexible, able to work independently, with good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and apply accounting concepts.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Comfortable with and able to utilize computer technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Accountability and drive for results; strong customer focus and collaborative skills.
• Change agent; ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive/implement change.
• Functional/technical skills; strong fundamentals in accounting and US GAAP.
• Team player; comfortable operating within a dynamic, complex organizational structure.

• Reconcile low to moderately complex general ledger accounts monthly, including research and resolution of discrepancies.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to GL as required.
• Maintain and enhance financial systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Participate in month end, quarter end, and year end closings.
• Communicate with team members from other functional areas as well as external sources.
• Comply with internal controls and best practices and assist with other accounting projects as requested.
• Provide information for auditors and other special projects.