International Accountant
BRANDT® · Springfield, IL · 3 mo ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time
Essential Functions
- Review and process international financial transactions and payments
- Manage foreign exchange transactions and currency conversions
- Gather and translate financial statements of global entities into USD for consolidated reporting
- Analyze and interpret international financial data and trends
- Aid with the preparation of international tax returns and filings
- Collaborate with foreign subsidiaries to streamline accounting processes
- Monitor and report on international account balances and discrepancies
- Support international budgeting and forecasting activities
- Aid in the development and implementation of international accounting policies and procedures
- Handle intercompany transactions and reconciliations between global entities
- Prepare and analyze financial metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for international operations
- Support international financial planning and analysis initiatives
- Process expense reports and deal with fraudulent charges when necessary
Required Competencies
- Teamwork/Collaboration Skills
- Excellent Communication/Writing Skills
- Time Management
- Ability to analyze data
- Ability to multitask
- Well-Organized Attention to Detail
- Proficiency in Excel and Word
- Supervisory Responsibility - Not applicable to this position.
Work Environment
A professional office environment. This position requires competency in using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Classification/Expected Hours of Employment
This position is a full-time position and is exempt from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements under federal and all applicable state or local laws. Days and hours of work are generally 8:00am to 5:00pm, with some extended hours needed as seasonal demands may vary.
Travel
This position does not require any travel.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting with a focus on international finance
- Strong understanding of foreign exchange transactions and currency conversions
- Intermediate computer and software skills required
- Knowledge of agricultural terminology is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.