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to solve today’s greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and
positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think
differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and
compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life
and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.
Job Profile Summary
The Senior Financial Accountant, working under limited supervision, is
responsible for conducting and documenting complex accounting projects, ensuring
meticulous adherence to accounting principles, and performing strategic
financial analysis contributing to optimized organizational growth, stability,
and enhanced financial infrastructure in a dynamic and complex business
environment. The role encompasses a comprehensive financial scope, involving the
review of financial statements, reconciliation of accounts, adherence to GAAP,
meticulous cash management, daily updates to the corporate signing authority
system, and intricate financial analysis for strategic decision-making. The role
also conducts budgeting and forecasting activities, oversees software
implementation or upgrades for operational efficiency, initiates cost accounting
activities, and identifies cost-saving opportunities. The role extends to
guiding and developing junior team members, enhancing their professional growth
and strengthening overall team proficiency within the Financial Accounting
function.
Job Description
• Identifies, diagnoses, and recommends solutions independently, collaborates
across disciplines, and demonstrates advanced project management skills,
contributing to company performance and goals.
• Reviews financial statements’ entries, reconciles accounts, and ensures
financial data comply with established standards and generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP), theories, and concepts.
• Processes cash receipts, reviews daily cash disbursements including checks,
direct deposits, and wires, oversees accurate financial records and ensures
seamless daily cash flow management.
• Communicates daily updates for the corporate signing authority system,
ensuring accurate and timely documentation of authorization records for
financial transactions within the organization.
• Performs intricate financial analysis leveraging advanced methodologies,
offering nuanced insights into business performance, and facilitating informed
strategic decision-making for optimizing organizational growth and financial
stability.
• Manages complex intricacies associated with adhering to international
financial reporting standards (IFRS) and navigating the challenges of currency
exchange fluctuations, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting in a
global context.
• Prepares budgeting and forecasting processes, compares actual results to
projections, and offers insights on variances, aiding in corrective action
development for optimal financial performance.
• Oversees implementation or upgradation financial software systems, aiming to
optimize operational efficiency and ensure precision in financial processes,
thereby contributing to the overall enhancement of the organizational financial
management infrastructure.
• Conducts cost accounting activities, including analyzing production costs,
identifying cost-saving opportunities, and contributing to cost control
strategies.
• Mentors and trains junior financial staff, fostering their professional
development and enhancing the overall capabilities of the finance team.
Education:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or any other
related discipline and/or commensurate work experience is required.
Experience:
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in areas such as Financial
Accounting, Corporate Finance, Financial Operations or a related field. Industry
experience is preferred.
Certifications:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (preferred)
Competencies:
• Stakeholder Relationships
• Oral & Written Communication
• Results Oriented
• Active Learning
• Digital Literacy
• Business Acumen
• Innovation
Skills:
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Systems
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Financial Reporting Standards (FRS)
• Financial Data Management
• Cash Flow Management
• Variance Analysis
• Account Reconciliations
• Documentation Procedures
• Documentation Procedures
• Business Process Improvements
• Financial Compliance
• Monthly Close Process
Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability,
status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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