Management Accountant
Job Description:
The Management Accountant position will contribute to the company success by producing monthly management reports and other metrics, including detailed variance analysis. Responsibilities include collaboration with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting, accounting for accuracy and completeness of books and records of the Group’s North America entities, maintenance and development of the accounting systems, and adherence to SOX policies. The ideal candidate will have superior reconciliation skills and strong knowledge of GAAP. The position will be based in New York.
Responsibilities • Provide accounting and analytical support for assigned aspects of the business • Perform monthly close activities including preparing accrual adjustments, accounts reconciliations, expense analysis and reporting • Understanding intercompany related activities (eg. eliminations and analysis) and preparing recharges and settlements journals. • Assist in production of budget and forecast schedules • Reconciliation of various reporting ledgers, balance sheet accounts, and hierarchies • Understanding FX translations in Income Statement and Balance Sheets • Support management team with enhancing internal reporting capabilities through process design, automation and use of technology • Collaborate with team members to provide insightful analysis and management information for timely decision making • Ensure financial statement adherence to accounting policies, GAAP and SOX • Support in annual financial audit and SOX audit
Job Requirements:
Qualifications & Desired Skills
- Minimum Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
- Preferred Graduate degree or CPA
- Minimum of 3 years post-graduation accounting experience
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, decision-making skills and analytical skills
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance
- Knowledge of SAP or similar accounting systems
- Strong time management skills, with an ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks against competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to organize data, and provide data-driven recommendations and solutions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Intermediate to advance in Excel