Senior Accounting Analyst

BDO USA, P.C.•Grand Rapids, MI

21h•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Senior Accounting Analyst will be responsible for supporting firm-wide financial reporting requirements by preparing and analyzing financial information and processes. Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on: Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients Empowering team members to explore their full potential Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more! Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, required; with a focus in Accounting or Finance, preferred
Three (3) or more years of general accounting experience, required
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, required
Displays superior verbal and written communication skills
Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels
Able to work in a deadline-drive environment and handle multiple projects / tasks with an attention to detail
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
Strong data entry skills
Possesses superior customer service skills
Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of information
Demonstrates a basic understanding of the accounting processes

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working within a professional services firm such as accounting, financial services, business advisory and/or banking industries, preferred
Prior experience using PeopleSoft Financials, preferred
Prior experience using Hyperion, preferred
Prior experience using fixed asset systems, preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures the application of proper accounting policies and processes and leads the development of best practices
Interprets and applies corporate financial policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Analyzes financial data and serves as a point person for BDO’s key subsidiaries
Assists in the coordination and execution of annual external audits
Supports system implementations within our reporting software as well as our transactional systems
Supports purchase accounting activities for M&A transactions
Assists in preparation of monthly account reconciliations and journal entries, including the resolution of any issues identified
Reviews, documents and assists in the implementation of accounting policies, process improvements and internal control procedures
Assists in the analysis of financial lending requirements and covenants
Serves as a resource for other departments regarding financial reporting and analysis
Partners with BDO’s Financial Planning and Analysis team to streamline and improve the monthly financial reporting cycle/process
Partners with Financial Systems Support (FSS) to leverage technology and drive continuous improvement within the Firm’s financial system landscape
Prepares ad hoc reports and analysis, as needed
Other duties, as required