A Fortune 1000 company which is one of the fastest-growing storage and data management providers today. Over 8,000 employees, in more than 135 offices worldwide, are dedicated to principles of simplicity, innovation, and customer success. This organization is highly ranked on the "Best Companies to Work For" list.
Your role as a General Ledger Accountant will be:
• Responsible for the accuracy of data and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting regulations for the designated countries; • Working in co-operation with an outsourced offshore service provider; • Assist in developing, implementing an/or maintaining the accounting and reporting systems; • Participate in creating processes and procedures; create, generate and/or analyze reports; • If necessary act as payroll coordinator working with an outsourced payroll provider; • Work cross-functionally with Tax, Payroll, Treasury and Corporate Finance;
Specific responsibilities: • General Ledger • Responsible for month-end close processes • Monthly reporting • Prepare monthly account reconciliations • Audit liaison (SOX, Statutory, US GAAP) • Ad hoc projects • Act as back up within the GL Department
Requirements for the function:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in an equivalent position is required;
A University Degree or qualified accountant is required;
Previous experience working with US GAAP;
Requirements: • Pragmatic team player who combines excellent communication skills with a strong understanding of accounting standards; • Detail oriented, organized, able to prioritize work and meet deadlines; • Strong system skills and ability to drive implementation of system or process changes; • Flexible personality, a strong drive for results; • Advanced Excel skills; solid knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle 11i preferred); • Hyperion experience desirable; • Fluent in English, oral and written, additional foreign languages would be an advantage.
