Senior Consolidation Accountant-1

MSD • Rahway, NJ

1d • $96,200 - $151,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Consolidation Accountant is part of the Consolidation Accounting team within the Global Controller’s Organization, which is responsible for the financial integrity of the company’s results and for providing reliable financial information to investors, regulatory bodies, and company management. The role collaborates across the company to support a well-controlled financial environment.

The position is responsible for compiling and reporting consolidated financial results in accordance with US GAAP. It coordinates, prepares, and analyzes financial data for the Annual Report and SEC 10-Q and 10-K filings, including comparative analyses of assigned consolidated balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement accounts. The role reports directly to the Associate Director of Consolidation Accounting. The position is based primarily in Rahway, New Jersey, with a hybrid work arrangement and 10% travel. Relocation is not offered, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in an accounting-related role, internal audit, or Big 4 public accounting.
• Understanding of the relationships among the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
• Understanding of translating foreign entities’ financial statements to US dollars and of consolidation accounting principles.
• Ability to analyze financial reports for accuracy and reasonableness and prepare and maintain supporting schedules.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work effectively to set schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, and ability to collaborate across areas.
• Strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient experience working with Microsoft Excel.
• Required skills listed: Accounting Applications, Adaptability, Budget Variance Analysis, Credit Management, Credit Risk Assessment, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Data Reporting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Preparation of Financial Reports, Professional Integrity, Project Risk Assessments, Team Leadership, and Teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Financial Consolidation and Close System (FCCS) and SAP applications.
• CPA or MBA.

Responsibilities

• Interact with global subsidiaries, FP&A teams, and headquarters teams to understand company performance, support accurate consolidation of financial results, and gain business insights.
• Assist with preparing the company’s US GAAP consolidated income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, footnotes, and disclosures filed in the SEC 10-Q and 10-K.
• Prepare consolidation journal entries, including processing post-closing adjustments for business divisions and legal entities.
• Review financial statement accounts by analyzing account balances, researching variations, obtaining entity commentary, and ensuring proper US GAAP accounting is applied.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports and assist with special projects to improve financial reporting and efficiency.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure proper accounting for entity acquisitions and divestitures.
• Provide accounting guidance and instructions to business divisions and legal entities for various transactions.
• Ensure compliance with Finance policies and procedures, internal controls, and S404 requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

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