Accountant Sr., Corporate Planning & Accounting

About the role

The Senior Accountant supports the annual operating plan and quarterly forecast processes while managing key month-end close activities for Corporate Support. Core responsibilities include preparing journal entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and producing internal reports.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparation of the Corporate Support annual operating plan and the quarterly forecasting.
• Assistance with accounting needs of Corporate Support departments & Ad-hoc analysis and transactional research.
• User acceptance testing of reports and system changes

Requirements

• Scope: The Senior Accountant supports Corporate Support's financial planning/forecasting and accounting activities, contributing directly to the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and Corporate Support month-end close processes. The role interacts with multiple departments across the business, ensuring accurate financial data, timely reporting, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Problem Solving: The role requires strong analytical capabilities to interpret financial data, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies within tight deadlines. The Senior Accountant must evaluate information, anticipate potential issues in financial processes, and develop practical, solutions-oriented recommendations. This includes researching accounting questions, improving processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records under varying business conditions.
• Impact: The Senior Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of financial information used across the organization. Accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reports directly support leadership’s ability to make informed decisions. The role upholds accounting standards, strengthens internal controls, and contributes to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Accounting)
• Master’s Degree (preferred)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or similar certification (preferred but not required)
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, ideally in a public accounting firm or comparable environment
• Experience with Oracle Financial Systems (preferred)
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase (preferred)
• Experience with BlackLine (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work. Dedicated to the timely delivery of accurate and reliable financial outputs.
• Strong process orientation with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, solutions-oriented thinker with the ability to navigate issues.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to evaluate information quickly to support rapid decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative communication style.
• Hightly organized, tenacious in meeting deadlines, and capable of managing peak workloads.
• Uncompromising personal integrity and a high level of respect for individuals at all levels.