Staff Accountant - Accounting & Financial Reporting

About the role

This position is primarily responsible for critical monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting processes. Key responsibilities include preparation of journal entries and related analysis, supporting the Business Service Center (BSC) in Argentina, and coordinating Financial Reporting Package submissions to our global corporate headquarters in Paris, France. The Staff Accountant will act as a liaison to all Airgas Business Unit (BU) subsidiaries on accounting matters and consult with various stakeholders such as the Corporate Controller, Director of Financial Control, internal/external auditors, BU Management, Tax, Treasury, Corporate Development, and Legal. This role will also manage various ad hoc projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare general month-end journal entries and accruals
• Prepare journal entries and analysis related to Hedge Accounting, IFRS 16, Deferred Compensation, and Hardgoods Rebates
• Prepare key accounting provisions and reserves
• With the BSC, ensure accurate financial and statistical close processes including general ledger account reconciliations and other analyses within established timelines
• Participate in monthly/quarterly Financial Reporting Package submissions to the global headquarters
• Prepare reports and other financial information requests made by management, other key stakeholders, or other Airgas teams
• Participate in ongoing projects and enhancements to accounting and reporting processes including leveraging systems and reporting tools to drive those enhancements
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s financial policies/procedures and other matters related to compliance
• Look for ways to continually improve and streamline standard processes to increase efficiency and/or effectiveness

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• Minimum of at least 1–2 years financial accounting and/or financial reporting experience required

Qualifications

• CPA and/or MBA in Finance/Accounting a plus
• Public accounting experience a plus
• Exposure to medium-to-large multi-national companies a plus
• Proficiency in a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) preferred; SAP & BPC experience is a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; Google Suite platform experience a plus
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of IFRS is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Up to 14-week paid childbirth benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Benefits start after 30 days of employment