Accountant [AQ-13770]

About the role

Aquent is partnering with a premier financial services organization to fill a pivotal accounting position. You will maintain the integrity of financial records across international operations, ensuring seamless processes, accurate reporting, and contributing to the strategic decision-making of a globally recognized enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the financial accounting books and records for the parent company and various foreign subsidiaries.
• Prepare and record monthly and quarterly journal entries with precision.
• Produce accurate and timely management reporting to support key stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with internal business partners to ensure timely and accurate recording of business transactions and reconciliation of accounts.
• Analyze general ledger and sub-ledger account activity, identifying trends and discrepancies.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare related comprehensive documentation.
• Perform thorough research to support business partner, auditor, and/or regulator inquiries.
• Prepare detailed business unit level reporting packages for management review.
• Develop and maintain excellent process documentation, contributing to operational efficiency.
• Support the annual external audit and other regulatory requirements, ensuring full compliance.
• Execute internal controls diligently to maintain a compliant control environment.
• Assist with special projects, contributing to strategic initiatives and process improvements.
• Stay current on firm-mandated training topics, fostering continuous professional development.

Requirements

• 3 – 5 years of related accounting experience.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Efficient time management skills to ensure compliance with established deadlines.
• Ability to identify issues and proactively seek resolutions.
• Proactive, results-oriented operating style.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate views clearly and concisely.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build cross-organizational relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment while balancing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with the capabilities of large-company enterprise reporting systems.
• Experience with large-scale enterprise financial systems.
• Public company experience.
• Financial services industry experience.

Benefits

Eligible talent get access to:

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plans with a match.
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.