Accountant

Job Description:

• Responsible for Concur daily accounting operation
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual accounting reports and provide analysis on the variances
• Perform Travel related reconciliation for all China entities on Balance Sheet items
• Ensure all procedures to verify accruals and travel expense payment are properly documented, approved and reflected in the accounting system accurately
• Ensure Concur workflow and procedure are complied with company guidelines in particular expense claims.
• Support for keeping policies and guidelines update
• Enhance and manage processes and procedures to improve efficiency
• Work closely with external consultants and other internal departments to develop, implement and maintain systems and procedures
• Communicate with internal departments and external vendors

• Provide Concur training sessions
• Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned

Experience & Education

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.  CPA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years public accounting and/or commercial accounting experience.
• Experience in a complex accounting environment including multiple subsidiaries, currencies and bases of accounting strongly preferred.
• Knowledge/expertise in system implementation and process improvement will be a plus
• Preference for accounting experience with a major multinational corporation

Knowledge and Skills

• Hands on experience in Concur / PeopleSoft system is a plus
• Ability to think laterally, attentive to details, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills; effective in prioritizing work and following through on commitments
• Ability to make decisions in a timely manner and under pressure.  Self-starter with strong tendency toward pro-active process improvement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently; strong time management skills
• Ability to guide, train and communicate effectively with associates
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel
• Fluency in English and Mandarin is required

Attributes

• High degree of initiative; highly motivated self-starter
• Creative thinker regarding process improvement and systematic process analysis
• Customer service orientation with both internal and external customers
• Supports, manages, and initiates change within the organization, taking steps to remove barriers or to accelerate its pace