Accountant IV

Office Depot • Boca Raton, FL

2d

About The Position

The Accountant IV is primarily responsible for accounting, reporting, and analysis within the accounting area. The role partners with an outsource provider on month-end close, account-reconciliation reviews, and the development and execution of allocations. It also supports the Oracle General Ledger through training, report development, and special projects.

The position oversees the month-end close process, reviews account reconciliations for compliance with US GAAP, defines North America business-unit allocations, and develops financial reports for monthly and supplemental reporting. It coordinates quarterly reviews and interim and year-end audits, supports Oracle General Ledger decisions and associate training, and ensures SOX controls are identified, evidenced, and documented. The role monitors processes and reports for financial-statement accuracy and SOX compliance.

The ODP Group describes itself as a provider of products, services, and technology solutions through a B2B distribution platform and omnichannel presence. The company states that it is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment and expects coworkers to work safely and address potential hazards or concerns. The posting notes that duties may extend beyond those listed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Diverse accounting experience, including practical understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Good understanding of US GAAP, month-end close, the audit cycle, and account reconciliations.
• Above-average computer skills and information-systems proficiency.
• Excellent Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, formulas, and functions.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines while providing accurate and timely information.
• Ability to establish and strengthen relationships across organizational boundaries.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, and strong communication skills.
• Integrity, analytical skills, self-motivation, persuasion and influence, time management, and team- and relationship-building skills.
• Support the company’s operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Nice To Haves

• Retail accounting experience.
• CPA and/or MBA.
• Oracle experience, or experience with other ERP software systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the outsource provider’s month-end close process to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Partner with others to identify and implement process improvements.
• Review account reconciliations for accurate accounting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Define North America business-unit allocations and partner with the outsource provider on their development and execution.
• Develop financial reports for monthly financial reporting and supplemental reporting for business partners.
• Coordinate quarterly reviews and interim and year-end audits.
• Provide accounting support and guidance for Oracle General Ledger decisions, and train associates.
• Ensure SOX controls are identified, evidenced, and documented for processes.
• Monitor and review processes and reports to ensure financial-statement accuracy and compliance with SOX controls.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salaries
• Benefits package
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization
• May be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid according to the Incentive Plan terms and conditions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level