Senior Accountant

ASSA ABLOY•Peachtree City, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists Finance Manager with financial reporting and analysis for the HLAD Americas operation. Provides financial support by ensuring accurate and timely invoicing and reporting, compliance with GAAP and month end close procedures. Prepare Monthly balance sheet reconciliation and assist in yearly and quarterly budgeting.

Requirements

BS degree in Accounting
Proven experience as a senior accountant
Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
Accuracy and attention to detail
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
Familiarity with financial accounting statements
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages
Knowledge in sales and/vs use tax
Effective organizational, stress and time management skills
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
Advanced MS Excel skills such as VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
Ability to work independently or as a team member
Ability to work with a diverse group of people
Eager and positive attitude.
Strong work ethic, flexibility to work under tight deadlines, strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Ensure compliance with GAAP and Company’s Internal Control principles
Full Monthly Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation
Prepare and post journal entries
Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process.
Loading the balance sheet and P&L into OneStream during Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the close
Perform, Review, Validate and report ICT and SFC transactions and balances
Assist in preparing financial statements and producing the budget according to schedule
Assist with directing internal and external audits to ensure compliance
Assist with tax audits and tax returns
Other projects as directed by the Finance Manager