Lead Analyst - Financial Reporting

Iberdrola•Boston, MA

4d•$100,800 - $126,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Analyst – Financial Reporting prepares periodic external financial reports under US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as well as internal IFRS reports and monthly reports for submission to the parent company. The role supports accurate and timely financial reporting, disclosure preparation, audit activities, and compliance with applicable disclosure controls. It also provides guidance to other analysts as needed. This is an office-based position in Boston, Massachusetts.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent discipline.
Minimum of 4 years of related experience.
Experience with financial accounting, regulatory accounting, and financial reporting under both US GAAP and IFRS.
Experience with consolidated financial statements and knowledge of GAAP.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational skills for data retention and easy retrieval.
Ability to bring issues and processes to closure.
Ability to work independently, in a team environment, and across departments.
Ability to identify process improvements.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain flexibility in a service-oriented environment.
Ability to work with and communicate clearly with other departments, external legal counsel, and external service companies.
Exceptional technical skills, analytical capabilities, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, and advanced Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience with solid exposure to financial statement preparation and review.
Experience with 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and web filing.
CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing, reviewing, and distributing external and internal financial reports under US GAAP and IFRS accurately and on time.
Prepare or compile financial data and supporting schedules for financial statement disclosures, including cash flow, statement of equity, consolidating schedules, exhibits, footnotes, and MD&A.
Perform income statement variance analysis at entity and consolidated levels.
Support internal and external auditors during closing, financial statement production, and annual audits.
Prepare auditable supporting workpapers and respond to audit team questions professionally and promptly.
Maintain proficiency in new accounting standards and related disclosures, and research appropriate or alternative accounting treatments as needed.
Prepare and lead internal reviews of the company’s annual shareholder report.
Maintain effective disclosure controls in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements and other internal controls.
Coordinate officer representation letters and certifications, advise management of potential disclosures, and produce approved representation letters for external auditors as required.
Help monitor consistent quarterly and annual financial and disclosure information in accordance with the external auditors’ client checklist.
Prepare financial statements and other disclosure materials to support debt issuances.
Prepare monthly and annual IFRS statements for submission to the parent company.
Provide guidance to other analysts as needed.