Accountant III

CUC Corporate Brand•Newark, DE

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

Prepares monthly financial statements inclusive of creating journal entries, resolving issues, and reviewing the results with the respective internal customers. Communicates with key stakeholders to collect input and adjustments needed for the preparation, completeness and accuracy of the monthly financial close and periodic forecast. Creates and documents monthly account reconciliations, variance analysis (AvB, AvA, AvF) and flux analysis (review general ledger and research as needed). Leads the process for both internal and external audits for designated business unit. Acts as the primary point of contact with operations personnel to answer financial related questions and assist with resolving issues. Evaluates existing processes to identify opportunity for improvements. Participates in management meetings in a capacity of presenting financial results to business unit leaders. Provides support and testing for existing financial system upgrades as well as implementation of new financial systems. Contributes to cross departmental collaboration within other finance areas to help achieve timely filing goals as well as overall company growth. Participates in company efforts focused towards community involvement and safety. Other monthly tasks related to providing accounting services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Five years' experience in accounting
Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent communication skills – oral and written
Ability to analyze and develop solutions to complex problems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and build strong partnerships with operations personnel, finance personnel, and other corporate departments
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats
Ability to multi-task and complete multiple projects within expected timeframes

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of utility accounting preferred
CPA Preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly financial statements inclusive of creating journal entries, resolving issues, and reviewing the results with the respective internal customers.
Communicates with key stakeholders to collect input and adjustments needed for the preparation, completeness and accuracy of the monthly financial close and periodic forecast.
Creates and documents monthly account reconciliations, variance analysis (AvB, AvA, AvF) and flux analysis (review general ledger and research as needed).
Leads the process for both internal and external audits for designated business unit.
Acts as the primary point of contact with operations personnel to answer financial related questions and assist with resolving issues.
Evaluates existing processes to identify opportunity for improvements.
Participates in management meetings in a capacity of presenting financial results to business unit leaders.
Provides support and testing for existing financial system upgrades as well as implementation of new financial systems.
Contributes to cross departmental collaboration within other finance areas to help achieve timely filing goals as well as overall company growth.
Participates in company efforts focused towards community involvement and safety.
Other monthly tasks related to providing accounting services.