Top Financial Reporting Executive plans and directs all aspects of an organization's financial reporting processes. Ensures that all filings, reports, and other official documentation complies with company's regulations and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines. Being a Top Financial Reporting Executive stays abreast of regulatory changes, advises management of changes, and adjusts policies and procedures to maintain compliance. May be involved with the work of external auditors. Additionally, Top Financial Reporting Executive may require an advanced degree of Finance or accounting. Typically reports to top management. The Top Financial Reporting Executive manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Position Summary:
As a key team member working alongside the Senior Director, Accounting, this role focuses on assisting in the creation of financial reports for our parent company. You'll contribute to producing accurate and timely financial results, internal management reports, and maintaining internal control processes. Collaborate with various finance and business teams to ensure the proper recording of transactions, review journal entries, and support activities related to expenses and accruals.
Primary Duties:
1. Ensure the completion of all necessary deliverables for the closing schedule in US finance.
2. Maintain accuracy in assigned General Ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis.
3. Prepare and review P&L and Balance Sheet flux analysis at period close, addressing any potential misstatements.
4. Provide support to Manufacturing Controlling and Accounts Payable personnel as needed.
5. Assist in controlling area expense reviews, including explanations, reclasses, and monthly commentary.
6. Contribute to budget preparations and analysis as assigned.
7. Support both external and internal audits by providing source support and written explanations.
8. Manage various accounting entries, including Prepaid, Fixed Asset, Intercompany transactions, AP Accruals, Loans, and Equity.
9. Reconcile and report on all intercompany transactions for month-end and quarter-end.
10. Assist in the project management of reporting and compliance requirements for foreign subsidiaries.
11. Indirectly supervise approximately 2 team members.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with at least five years of relevant experience.
· 5 years of accounting experience required.
· Significant experience working with Financial Statements, including expertise in Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow reporting.
· Proven track record in organizations with annual revenue exceeding 6 million dollars.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· In-depth experience with SAP and NetSuite is desirable.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other business reporting tools.
· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a demonstrated ability to translate technical financial information.
· Ability to tailor communication to different stakeholders, ensuring clarity and relevance.
· Experience in speaking effectively to a global audience, emphasizing the importance of clarity and cultural awareness in communication.
· Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
· Problem-solving ability with diplomatic communication.
· Understanding of general accounting principles, including cut-off, accruals, deferred revenue and expenses, and Accrual Accounting.
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