Sr. Financial Associate General Ledger

Description:
THE OPPORTUNITY:
This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day functions for General Ledger to ensure the efficient, timely and accurate processing of accounting transactions for the Shared Service Solution. In addition, the position is also responsible for global maintenance of the general ledger including the chart of accounts, cross validation rules, and mapping to and from other systems. This position is also responsible verifying that General Ledger transactions are handled in accordance with GAAP, Company policies, accounting industry guidelines as well as the Global Shared Services Vision and the Global Shared Services Mission Statement. The role will partner with our Business Process Outsourcing offshore team.

WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE:

• Monthly financial closes; journals entry prep/review/approvals, reporting, analysis, US GAAP adherence, etc.
• Quarterly and year-end financial closes. Reviewing schedules and forms that are due throughout the year for accuracy. Working with internal and external auditors to get them the information they require.
• Working on special projects as required in the general ledger area (e.g. intercompany, company reorganizations, changes associated with other systems). Pursuing continuous process improvements including identifying and implementing those improvements.
• Work closely with the Business Process Outsourcing team, ensuring cultural alignment to vision and values – building a consistent and aligned Team (One team mentality)
• Support/Input the development of end state vision for the R2R (Record to Report) organization – inclusive of Global processes, standards, and efficiencies to create target operating model
• Effectively manages and prioritizes strategic initiatives across organization in support of target operating model

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting related field
• CPA is preferred
• 3 years of relevant experience in General ledger, financial reporting, audit related roles
• Experience working in a Global Shared Services Operating Model is preferred
• Experience working with a Business Processing Outsourcing environment is preferred
• History of driving change through innovation and standardization
• Experience with transition management
• Experience utilizing major Enterprise Resource Management System, Hyperion Financial Management, Cognos reporting tools; Oracle Financials a plus
• Computer proficiency: MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint

KEY QUALIFICATIONS/ ATTRIBUTES:

• Analytical abilities - are capable of synthesizing and prioritizing a large volume of information. You use logic and trusted expertise to derive a variety of scenarios and solutions. You can think critically to make clear, well-reasoned and rational decisions.
• Accountability - can take personal ownership for delivering and exceeding commitments. You hold yourself to the highest standard for performance necessary to achieve results. You embody and foster a play to win and win to grow mindset, even on the toughest projects.
• Communication skills - to communicate clearly, concisely, and with impact. You convey confidence, ease and enthusiasm with a variety of audiences. You promote a free flow of information throughout the organization.
• Team Building skills - to create and sustain an environment where the team can perform at their best. You lead with a builder mentality and are a team player who is magnetic, accessible.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow very precise and detailed processes.
• The ability to work independently and as a team player with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels within the finance organization.
• Is a strategic thinker; ability to connect end to end processes to our overall business strategy
• Is comfortable working with transactional level detail to keep pulse on volumes, cycle times, quality, accuracy, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Collaborative working style; service minded; and action orientated (speed and accuracy)