Senior International Accountant

Aston Carter

12d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Accountant will play a pivotal role in supporting core accounting functions, consolidations, eliminations, reconciliations, and key management reporting. This role also involves providing support to the tax team and handling ad-hoc projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, be a strategic thinker, and have the capability to coordinate activities and projects in a multinational context. As a team player-coach, you will thrive in a collaborative environment and have a robust understanding of full-cycle accounting, audit, and international tax principles. Clear communication, process understanding, and high-quality work are essential. Collaboration with local accountants and the tax group to find optimal solutions is expected. Flexibility for travel outside the US and overtime work is required.

Requirements

Proficiency in reconciliation, general ledger, accrual, and cash management.
High attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills with initiative and good judgment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize tasks.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
5+ years of general accounting experience with problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Exceptional computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new software applications, such as PIVOT and VLOOKUP

Nice To Haves

CPA and Public Accounting experience preferred.
Multinational Corporate Accounting Experience preferred.
Experience with large-scale ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Blackline preferred.
Experience in the legal or service industry preferred.
Familiarity with working with colleagues in Europe or Asia is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor accounting practices and workflows to ensure compliance and consistency.
Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations between systems.
Support tax compliance and maintain supporting documentation, such as inter-company agreements.
Assist the FP&A team by acquiring and preparing necessary information for performance analysis.
Drive improvements in processes or policies, identify accounting issues, and assist in their resolution.