Accountant

Job Description

The Accountant applies GAAP in performing account reconciliations, analyzing financial transactions, preparing journal entries and financial reports. This role also maintains consistency with GAAP reporting, along with audit requirements and SOX compliance, to perform month-end close, prepare financial reports for internal use, and as assigned for external auditors. Essential Duties/Responsibilites Prepare journal entries and monthly balance sheet account reconciliations Identify, develop, and implement process improvements Analyze and document account variances as assigned Document policies and procedures as necessary Supports SOX compliance relating to assigned areas of the business Provide support to finance management and other internal customers as needs arise, including, ad hoc financial analysis and special projects Prepares assigned audit PBC requests; works with senior accountants and Supervisor to develop timely responses to auditor questions and other inquiries Develops a clear understanding of expected work paper approach and associated referencing techniques consistent with policy Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance- required Work Experience Typically 2+ years of progressive experience in accounting- preferred Experience in Fortune 1000 size company (publicly traded) with high volume transactions and disciplined close process- preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Theoretical and practical grasp of India and US GAAP Understanding of accounting processes and ERP systems Basic understanding of Indian Tax laws and accounting standards Experience in SOX control execution/documentation desirable Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly in Excel Effective verbal and written communications Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and progressive environment Willingness to learn and develop new skills Ability to follow up on pending issues, take initiative and solve problem 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.