Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TalentBridge is recruiting for a confidential company seeking an Area Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, accurate financial records, and compliance with GAAP and internal policies. The role focuses on financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, audit support, and cross-functional accounting guidance.
Responsibilities
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and accurately document business transactions
- Prepare monthly and quarterly operational and financial performance reports
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies
- Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reporting
- Partner with the Area Controller to maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, SOX requirements and other applicable regulations
- Assist with annual budgeting, interim forecasting and financial analysis
- Support accounting activities related to capital expenditures, asset transfers and retirements
- Assist with internal audits, external audits and peer reviews
- Provide accounting guidance and support across functions such as billing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, invoice processing, collections, payroll and credit analysis
- Respond to financial information requests from corporate departments and regional leadership
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource for accounting and administrative team members
- Assist with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed
Skills
- Professional accounting experience
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience working with general ledger and accounting systems
- Experience with Oracle accounting software
- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
- Ability to investigate nonstandard transactions and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across multiple levels of an organization
- Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
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