Specialist, Accounting

L3HHCM20•Tallahassee, FL

4d•$63,500 - $135,000•Remote

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking an Accounting Specialist for the Enterprise Financial Accounting and Reporting team. The ideal candidate will coordinate and assist in the preparation of financial data and analytics utilized in the Annual Report and the SEC 10Q and 10K filings and have a working knowledge of US GAAP. The candidate will work with stakeholders across all levels of an organization to determine how to create business value through analytics, process automation, data visualization and statistical analyses. Through use of data analytics, data visualization and data technologies, the Accounting Specialist will assist in developing dashboard solutions that can help other departments, managers and executives make strategic and tactical business decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Nice To Haves

Solid working knowledge of GAAP
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial reports for accuracy and reasonableness
Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint
Prior public accounting experience, preferably Big Four
Experience in percentage of completion Accounting
Prior experience and knowledge of revenue recognition accounting methods
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact cross-functionally and at all levels within the organization
Proficiency in understanding financial models, data analytics, and presentation skills
Experience with Digital Finance tools (Alteryx, Python, PowerPlatform)

Responsibilities

Consolidate quarterly and annual schedules and prepare analysis required for financial statement disclosure, including revenue disclosures
Prepare in-depth reviews of financial statement accounts by analyzing balances, researching variations, and ensuring accurate reporting
Provide management with value-add reporting and insights, including ad hoc analysis to support management inquiries
Coordinate cross-functionally with Data Analytics teams to ensure resource optimization, synchronization of initiatives, and to prevent duplication of work across the enterprise
Prepare ad hoc reporting and assist with special projects to include assisting in implementing Digital technologies (analytics process automation, data visualization and statistical analyses) to improve efficiency and transparency
Apply industry and functional knowledge to identify business drivers and issues