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Purpose
\nThe Corporate Accounting Acquisitions Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting with post-close accounting of acquisitions, preparing US GAAP footnotes for the consolidated audited financials and other month-end close duties. Overseeing and preparing the loading of trial balances into the corporate GL system, reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and acting as a point of contact for the branches. The role includes the supervision of four accountants who are responsible for the upload of trial balances and other related duties.
\n\nKey Responsibilities\nAcquisition & General Accounting
\n\nOversee, prepare and validate financial statements submitted by 60+ self-managed entities, ensuring accurate and timely uploads into the corporate system.\nWork closely with management to ensure the monthly financial budgets of acquired entities are aligned and reported accurately.\nServe as the primary liaison between corporate finance teams and self-managed entities, facilitating communication, providing support, and resolving financial issues.\nReview and monitor intercompany charges to determine appropriate billing and ensure accurate allocations.\nMonitor and reconcile the cash sweep and manual distribution processes between self-managed entities and corporate for accuracy and compliance.\nPerform and oversee reconciliations of balance sheet and profit & loss accounts, ensuring alignment between company and subsidiary ledgers.\nAssist in the preparation of annual audit footnotes in compliance with US GAAP and support external auditors with necessary documentation.\nParticipate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, which include variance analysis and financial reporting.\nAssist with integrating the companies to our ERP system\n\n RequirementsEducation / Work Experience
\n\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.\n3-6 years of experience in accounting is required with at least 2 years in a senior accountant role\nCombination of public and industry experience is preferred\nCPA preferred\n\nSkills / Other Requirements
\n\nMicrosoft Dynamics D365 core applications experience a plus.\nKnowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formula creation, macros, and data filtering/sorting.\nAbility to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.\nStrong communication skills with a customer-oriented mindset, particularly in liaising with acquired company representatives and their accounting staff.\nEffective problem-solving and concise execution of accounting solutions.\nStrong skills in written and verbal communication.\nKnowledge of operational accounting, financial requirements, accounting requirements, and business management practices.\n\n\n#LI-AC1
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