Analyst, Corporate Accounting - Global Industrial

Genuine Parts Company•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate Accounting and Consolidation Analyst for Global Industrial supports the accounting for corporate expenses, assets, and liabilities and executes the global consolidation process. The position partners closely with HR/Benefits, Risk Management, Legal, SEC Reporting, Tax, subsidiaries, Internal Audit, and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting
2+ years of accounting experience
Understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables)
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Embody company values of service, performance, influence, respect, innovation, and teamwork

Nice To Haves

Audit experience
Experience with Oracle PeopleSoft
Experience with IBM Planning Analytics
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Prepare accruals and perform other month-end close activities for HR/Benefits, Risk Management, Legal, and Treasury functions.
Prepare journal entries for share-based compensation, dividends, and intercompany allocations.
Perform trend and variance analysis as needed for close and forecast.
Execute the consolidation process to eliminate intercompany activity and balances accurately and efficiently.
Conduct detailed variance analysis to detect and interpret unusual or significant fluctuations in account balances.
Partner with IT for subsidiary ledger load, translation, and other system processes.
Perform monthly and quarterly controls.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes as needed.
Serve as a key liaison with internal and external auditors for audit requests.
Support enterprise-wide finance initiatives and special projects.
Other responsibilities, as assigned.