Financial Compliance Specialist 2

Safran Test Cells • New Brighton, MN

22d

About The Position

Working under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Financial & Compliance Specialist is the key partner to our worldwide financial consultants in order to allow them, firstly, to audit projects financial statements and, secondly, file taxes in the US and foreign countries. This implies data gathering, financial statements preparation, external & internal audit and internal control coordination (providing information, answering questions, etc.). The Financial & Compliance Specialist gives a lot of importance to the respect of processes and procedures, and is continuously looking for improving the way the company is functioning in order to make it more efficient, while also actively participating in monthly financial close.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 5+ Years experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Basic knowledge of accounting and financial principles. Must be capable of establishing Financial Statements (Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow statements).
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate team behavior and willing to promote a positive team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal direction.
• Respect processes and procedures while looking for improvements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a tax-oriented job is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specific financial statements to allow our consultants to audit them and file taxes on behalf of Safran Test Cells both in the US and internationally.
• Coordinate and share data with external and internal partners (accountants, consultants, auditors, project managers) both in the US and internationally. It includes managing audit requests and questions from international partners and the US.
• Coordinate yearly Internal Control campaign (testing, action plans, follow up).
• Responsible for managing and maintaining insurance requirements for projects and all bank guarantees.
• Analyze warranty provision monthly and track actual warranty costs for trend analysis.
• Balance, maintain and prepare general ledger accounts and journal entries.
• Provide backup for Financial Analyst performing duties to include processing.
• Provide financial support to project management to assist with the forecasting of projects.
• Assist with the preparation for external audits.

What This Job Offers

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