International Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for multiple international entities.
• Prepare and post complex journal entries, including intercompany transactions, transfer pricing allocations, accruals, foreign currency revaluations, and tax-related entries.
• Perform detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items independently.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations across multiple countries and legal entities.
• Cook up international corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and statutory filing requirements with external accounting and tax advisors.
• Serve as a key finance contact for external auditors, tax advisors, accounting firms, banks, government agencies, and internal stakeholders worldwide.
• Identify accounting risks, compliance concerns, and process improvement opportunities.
• Support special projects and international business initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of international accounting experience in a multinational environment.
• Strong experience with international tax compliance, statutory reporting, and external audits.
• Hands-on SAP S/4HANA Finance experience.
• Experience with multi-currency accounting, foreign exchange transactions, intercompany accounting, and transfer pricing.
• Experience working directly with external accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and international accounting principles.
• Expertise in complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of international tax compliance, including corporate tax and VAT/GST requirements.
• Advanced SAP S/4HANA Finance skills (App version).
• Highly independent self-starter who requires minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders across multiple countries and time zones.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.