Senior Accountant

First American•West Hills, CA

About The Position

Maintains integrity of accounting information and systems, in accordance with standards and rules under GAAP, as well as other regulating bodies. Reconciles, analyzes and synthesizes financial data from business operations. Plays an active role in preparation of public financial statements, including balance sheet, income statements, SEC filings, DOI reports and other regulatory reports. May evaluate or support the evaluation of company and regional profitability, efficiency and product performance. May evaluate the effects of changes in accounting regulations on Company's financial statements and accounting controls. Executes accounting policy and procedures and participates in internal and external audits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting; MBA preferred
4+ years of experience in the field or in a related area
Prefer 2+ years of experience working with non-domestic based accounting teams.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Advanced knowledge in the interpretation and application of accounting principles and practices under US GAAP.
Knowledge of IFRS a plus.
Strong computer skills including MS Office.
Ability to query data using data extraction tools.
Large ERP Software experience, Oracle preferred.
Hyperion experience preferred.
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Judgment and Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Nice To Haves

CPA desired but not required

Responsibilities

Performs complex accounting activities to maintain complete and accurate general ledger.
Researches new pronouncements for reporting.
Reviews and identifies trends or issues and the related sources to make recommendations for change.
Prepares journal entries and reconciles ledger accounts.
Performs monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis.
Interfaces and assists with internal and external audit.
Leads special projects including process improvement initiatives.
Plays key role in monthly and quarterly close process.
Performs account analysis to assist with ensuring accurate financial reporting.
Performs high level review of account balances.
Demonstrates critical thinking by calling out assumptions and identifying root cause.
Identifies errors and risks that could have a financial impact on the company’s financial statements in accordance with company policies, US GAAP and in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley.
Communicates with multiple levels in the organization and escalates issues to appropriate management.
Partners with Training or Subject matter experts to develop desktop procedures and training material.
Trains or assists the Trainer in conducting offshore and onshore training.
Analyzes offshore production against Service Level Agreements (SLA) to identify issues with substandard quality, turn-around time and productivity and suggests solutions to management team.
Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports; ensures financial information has been recorded accurately.
Prepares integrated revenue/expense analyses.