How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities) How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities) Delta Air Lines is seeking a Specialist to assist with accounting and the monthly close process. The successful candidate will: + Have a working knowledge of GAAP and how it is applied to accounting processes + Understand control processes, work directly with internal and external auditors to provide requested information and support, and be able to assist with and perform annual risk assessments + Prepare accounting entries through use of data models and research in the SAP financial system + Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, general ledger research, and variance analysis + Review and document controls and accounting processes, while seeking out opportunities to automate, increase efficiency, and streamline existing processes + Review and summarize contracts, leases, and other legal documents + Facilitate internal and external reporting processes including monthly preparation and quality control of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow), internal reporting packages, and 10Q/10K disclosures What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications) + Licensed CPA + Minimum three years relevant experience (e.g., public accounting with a Big 4 or other top tier firm and/or corporate accounting / financial reporting) + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build working relationships at all levels of the organization + Continuous improvement mindset, looks for ways to improve process efficiency and demonstrates flexibility in a changing environment + Exhibits a positive attitude and inquisitive approach to problem solving + The candidate should also possess a proven ability to work in a team environment and should be detail-oriented, self-directing, and have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on deadlines + Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data. + Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles. + Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency. + Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States. What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications) + Undergraduate degree in accounting or business + Advanced Degree in accounting or business + Experience with Delta’s financial tools such as SAP, HFM, Nakisa, Oracle, Tableau, Alteryx, Microsoft Suite including Power BI, and/or SQL Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing + Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives + 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9% + Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave + Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benefits + Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages + Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health + Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members + World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint + Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together + Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies + Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta’s online system, or at any point in the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please click here