Accountant

About the role

The General Ledger Accountant I plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records by performing daily, monthly, and annual accounting tasks. This includes managing the general ledger, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, and supporting audits and financial reporting. Ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and prepare monthly journal entries for month end close, including expense accruals, amortizations, cost allocations, and any others that may be required.
• Maintain Fixed Asset schedules to keep USD historical values.
• Maintain Prepaid schedules to maintain USD historical values.
• Prepare PP&E Roll forward and paid CAPEX reports.
• Ensure an accurate and timely month-end close for multiple related entities.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations for various company/location legal entities and provide explanation of any unusual balances.
• Aid with internal & external audits by preparing and explaining the fluctuations for significant accounts between periods.
• Prepare monthly intercompany invoices and review and analyze IC transactions to ensure they are properly accounted for.
• Review and prepare allocations for corporate charges, including corporate insurance, royalties etc.
• Communicate and coordinate with Operations and G&A departments on the submission of the accounting data needed to complete the month end journal entries for domestic and international locations.
• Manually track Foreign Currency entries monthly for entry into Oracle.
• Provide operational units with explanations on monthly expense variances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited university required.
• Three years’ minimum experience in an accounting role required.
• Industry experience required, not public only.
• Must have International Company experience.
• Experience with financial reporting and reconciliations with an international company required.
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Proficient understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of Quick Books is helpful.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Skill in setting and managing priorities to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.