Staff Financial Accountant

Securitas • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

116d

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is a key member of our shared services team, supporting the accounting for a designated region(s). This role is primarily responsible for executing month-end close procedures, preparing and posting journal entries, preparing and presenting monthly trend analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations. The role works on ERP process and system improvements and other non-close projects, and internal/external audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong analytical skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and process improvements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage the month-end close process for the assigned region(s). This includes journal entries, account analyses and income statement review.
• Prepare and distribute management reports promptly.
• Research and resolve field office inquiries on financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with group accounting methods, policies and principles.
• Prepare and present detailed analysis of region results in monthly trend meeting.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries to ensure that they meet proper accounting standards.
• Ensure that all entries are supported by proper documentation and comply with internal controls.
• Collaborate with other accounting team members to identify areas for process improvement in journal entry submissions.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts monthly to verify the integrity of financial data.
• Proactively investigate and resolve any variances or discrepancies in account balances.
• Document reconciliation procedures and maintain supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Function as the regional financial expert within the shared services team.
• Serve as a liaison between the regional offices and corporate finance.
• Provide guidance on accounting policies, regional procedures, and best practices to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Identify and suggest ways to improve the efficiency of monthly close procedures and the accuracy of financial statements.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administrative and Support Services