Sr. Analyst of Financial Reporting & Consolidations

Zayo Group•Denver, CO

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting & Consolidations to be responsible for preparing select month-end entries, financial statements and other monthly reporting packages including but not limited to financial statements and related notes to the financial statements. Our Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting & Consolidations also assists with technical accounting research, the interpretation and application of new accounting standards, and complex accounting projects, including purchase accounting, pensions, equity-based compensation and other comprehensive income. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting and will interact closely with various departments across Zayo, including Accounting, Investor Relations, Finance, Tax, Sales, Operations and IT. Our Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting & Consolidations will also be responsible for assessing internal stakeholder reporting asks and developing solutions to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other related field
Minimum of four (4) years of related experience working at a national Public Accounting firm, public company or large private company with substantial reporting obligations
Actively licensed CPA or working toward licensure, preferred
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting and filing requirements
Ability to research and analyze various complex accounting and financial reporting issues
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise judgment in a fast paced and changing environment
Ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and produce quality work while dealing with interruptions
Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to work effectively across the Company’s various business segments and locations
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Oracle, OneStream, Toppan Merrill Bridge, or Salesforce, a plus
Experience in the telecommunications industry, a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, notes and MD&A, including a detail tie out of the financial statements and underlying support for multiple Zayo legal entities
Serve as subject matter expert in financial reporting and consolidations
Prepare month-end close entries and reconciliations for select processes including intangibles, debt and OCI, equity-based compensation, consolidation and elimination entries, and intercompany debt
Prepare monthly consolidated and segment-level cash flow statements
Assist with the external audit process, which may include preparing audit support and coordinating auditor requests
Recommend solutions to complex accounting projects, including valuation and accounting for business combinations, debt and equity instruments, pensions, consolidations and other non-routine accounting transactions
Interpret new accounting standards and develops our compliance approach including designing new processes and outlining new system requirements
Design and implement new internal reporting as needed and through partnership with Zayo Finance and Zayo’s IT teams
Assist in developing, documenting and educating others on Zayo’s accounting policies for critical areas, such as revenue recognition, lease accounting and capitalization
Regularly interact with various functional teams, including general ledger, legal, investor relations, and treasury, providing guidance and answering questions, as needed
Participate in and lead other projects as necessary