Associate - Accounting and Internal Controls

SAP•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

We help the world run betterAt SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES The Associate - Accounting and Internal Controls will be a key member of the Local Chief Accountant Organization. This role is primarily focused on supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing and various ad-hoc accounting projects, with a special emphasis on assisting with the integration of newly acquired entities into the SAP control framework. The Associate will also assist in the orchestration of the different parties involved in the accounting processes (shared services and centers of expertise), the correctness of the financial statements, control over the integrity of the accounting records and the monthly IFRS Group reporting, statutory financial statements and other local financial reporting requirements, as needed.

Requirements

SOX compliance and US GAAP or IFRS
Fluent in English
Ability to work across international teams
Good organization and communication skills, able to work both independently and collaboratively to drive project completion
Ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic environment
University degree in accounting
2+ years of internal controls experience at a public accounting firm or multi-national public company

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (preferred), or actively pursuing

Responsibilities

Perform and document SOX control testing, including process walkthroughs and tests of operating effectiveness, for newly acquired and existing entities
Prepare clear and concise workpapers and supporting documentation for review by management and external audit firm
For assigned projects, proactively communicate progress, identify potential roadblocks, and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution
Collaborate with various internal teams to gather necessary information for assignments
Assist with special projects as needed, which may include financial analysis, process improvement initiatives, and supporting month-end close activities
Ensure a high level of satisfaction of those who use work product and build good business relations with key stakeholders
Establish and maintain relationship with GFS, other internal service providers, global functions, and external service providers
Actively engage in the GFA transformation and continuous process improvement
Support mergers, acquisitions and divestiture accounting processes as required