Accountant

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As a member of the Controllership SSC team, the candidate can expect to work in a fast-paced, non-traditional environment while building relationships within the accounting team and the larger organization (i.e. Finance & Strategy, Revenue Recognition/Management, Revenue Operations, Treasury, Tax, and Compliance). The Accountant is responsible for many aspects of general ledger-related activities focused on GL accounting, Fixed Assets accounting, Purchase Order accrual accounting, proper application of US GAAP, various accounting transactions, monthly and quarterly close and balance sheet account reconciliations. In addition, the role will be involved in the 10-Q and 10-K processes, participate in SOX compliance, and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. We are looking for someone who has excellent problem solving skills, is a strong communicator, thrives on process improvement, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast–paced environment to support our continued success. The position is based in Hyderabad and rolls up under Worldwide Controller Organization.
Responsibilities
Execute monthly accounting close activities and deliverables (i.e. journal entries, account reconciliations, analytics and reporting) of any controllership process
Understand and prepare accounting entries for various financial activities, which may include GL accounting, Fixed Assets accounting, Purchase Order accrual accounting etc.
Prepare monthly / quarterly financial statement flux variance analysis for management reporting
Provide support to the 10-Q and 10-K reporting process, including preparing supporting schedules
Work cross-functionally with and support our business partners by providing financial insights and relevant reporting
Prepare SOX documentation including the EAE documentation as part of SOX control execution/compliance
Understanding of SOX controls
Assist in coordinating quarterly reviews, annual audits and SOX testing with internal and external auditors
Work cross-functionally with the Regional and International accounting teams to ensure alignment and to drive process improvements
Ability to quickly understand new processes identified and ready to work on such processes.
Ability to work independently with the process owners to ensure that all tasks are completed on time and any changes communicated
Create and maintain process documentation
Deliver on ad-hoc projects / deliverables as necessary
Skills/Experience
5+ years of relevant experience in Accounting, analyzing information, attention to details, deadline oriented, thoroughness in the deliverables, spirit to work as a team and confidentiality
3+ years of relevant process experience (for the selected role) with ability to interpret and apply relevant US GAAP.
Experience in SOX control documentation / execution
Detail oriented, ability to multi-task and work independently
Proven Experience: Strong hands-on experience reviewing POs from an accounting perspective and a track record of accurately analyzing and processing period-end accrual entries. Fixed assets accounting and reconciliations.
Demonstrated expertise in GL accounting practices, specifically regarding PO review workflows and accrual analysis.
Understanding of ERP systems and willingness to learn quickly. Knowledge of other tools such as Workday Financials, Blackline, eGRC360, Tableau, Hyperion, Microsoft Excel, Slack, etc. is desirable
Strong organizational and verbal / written communication skills
Passion in process improvement and automation
Willing to work in a challenging environment
Strong ability to respond quickly to various requests
Must be a self-starter - ability to self-motivate, adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment
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