Job Description

Position Summary:

The Accountant III will facilitate general ledger month-end close including preparation of journal entries in accordance with company policy and GAAP; reconcile inter-company accounts and bank accounts; facilitate monthly reconciliations and analyses of general ledger asset and liability accounts; calculate and track rebates; prepare international VAT/GST returns and state sales and use tax returns as required; prepare accounts receivable detailed aging for review; and work on special projects incorporating research/analysis as requested.

Key Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for performing account analysis and reconciliation of the general ledger accounts and transactions:

* Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
* Performs accurate and timely monthly close activities, including accrual and other journal entries, intercompany invoicing and reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other account reconciliations and roll forwards
* Prepares financial statements and other financial reports to analyze revenues, costs, expenses, transactions, and trends related to financial performance
* Provides reports to management to support financial reporting activities
* Performs account analysis and reconciliation of the general ledger accounts and transactions
* Performs financial audit preparation and interacts with external and internal domestic and international audit teams
* Prepares tax returns for multiple domestic and international jurisdictions, maintaining appropriate supporting documentation
* Monitors, researches and supports taxation issues
* Assist in the preparation of internal and external reporting packages, taking advantage of opportunities to enhance usefulness and efficiency
* Maintains Fixed Asset register, Depreciation schedules, and CIP
* Works closely across all of finance and with other business departments
* Provides coverage (backup) to support other accounting and finance duties when necessary
* Manages Intercompany balancing and reconciliation each close period
* Other duties as assigned

Key Success Factors:

* Detail-oriented and self-motivated
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Commitment to continuous improvement
* The ability to participate as a team member in the department and the company as a whole
* Interact positively with all levels of associates
* Ability to multi-task and exercise discretion while handling sensitive information
* Capacity to act as a self-starter and as a team player with strong follow-up skills
* Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles (GAAP and IFRS)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Flexibility in scheduling due to business requirements (i.e., month-end close)
* Organizational skills and ability to work independently with changing priorities
* Ability to develop effective cross-functional working relationships
* Ability to utilize analytics and trends to better understand past performance and forecast expectations

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required (Master2019s preferred)
* 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
* MS Office 365 with advanced knowledge of Excel
* International tax experience (a plus)
* Experienced with accounting systems (HFM, FAS, CMR experience a plus)