Senior Accountant

Job Description

The position performs activities involved in the maintenance and control of the general ledger in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This position reviews and/or initiates and posts journal entries; monitors posted financial data; prepares financial analyses and reconciliations; researches and reviews transactions; and advises departments on proper coding. Essential Duties/Responsibilities : (% TIME) Responsible for monthly financial close activities including preparation, review and posting of journal entries. 50% Reconcile and analyze assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts. 10% Prepare monthly and quarterly variances analyses for management reporting. 10% Assist with preparation of financial reports for management and external reporting. 10% Prepare audit schedules and footnote input. 5% Supports SOX compliance relating to assigned areas of the business. 5% Duties will include delivery of audit samples and interaction with auditors. 5% Assist in documenting internal processes/controls as well as developing improvements as appropriate. 10% Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-comp. 5% Ensure compliance with India as well as US GAAP. 5% Perform additional duties and projects as assigned. 5% Required for All Jobs: Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Education: Bachelor s Degree in Accounting or Finance - required Master s Degree in Business - preferred Work Experience: Typically 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting - required Experience in accounting with a public company and/or medium or larger public accounting firm is preferred Experience in all phases of financial close work from general ledger through finished financial statements - preferred Licenses and Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficient understanding of US and Indian GAAP accounting principles. Working knowledge of Indian tax laws and Indian accounting standards Proficiency in MS Office Suite; advanced Excel skills required including: nested formulas, Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Indexing Experience in Oracle / Oracle fusion preferred Strong analytical skills, exceptional organization and time management skills, and ability to work autonomously required. Ability to have professional judgment and to interact with different levels of management. Excellent follow through and the ability to effectively prioritize work Work Environment: Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is 100% in office.