Overview of Position
As the Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for the management and leadership of a specific segment / LOB within the Recon Center of Excellence. Your responsibilities will include managing the day-to-day activities, deliverables, and associated initiatives for the CoE. This role will work directly with other key leaders on the CoE, and other Global Accounting teams; in establishing processes and procedures to ensure efficient and effective controls are in place for areas of functional responsibilities. This includes but not limited to ensuring the delivery of quality balance sheet reconciliations, accurate documentation / SOPs for the reconciliation process, resolving open items, driving standardization and enhancements for the reconciliation process across the Enterprise and ensuring reconciliations are performed according to policy.
As the Manager, you will cultivate a continuous improvement culture, promote ongoing learning, and exhibit a high level of engagement in a fast-paced F&A shared services environment. In addition, you will contribute to the Shared Service strategy and execution by applying knowledge and experience and helping develop others by cross-training.
What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
end close activities
What are the requirements needed for this position?
BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience, CPA strongly preferred
5 years of related general accounting experience, insurance preferred
4 years of supervisory experience
What other skills / experience would be helpful to have?
CPA strongly preferred
Blackline or other reconciliation tool usage
Working in a shared services environment
Experience working with Oracle ERP and ARC
Knowledge of US GAAP, STAT, internal controls, financial reporting, data analysis, and trending preferred
Working knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations
Understanding of progressive accounting practices and procedures
Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel and power point
Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (i.e., SOX, audits)
Problem analysis and resolution at a functional level – detail and results-oriented
Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and perform in a fast-paced environment
Time-sensitive deliverables : will require extended hours during critical close periods as required
Microsoft BI Reporting / Cubes
Public accounting and / or Audit experience
Understanding of SOX controls and other controls over financial reporting
Collaboration, delegation, and partnering skills
Financial analysis, analytical abilities, proficiency in manipulating and analyzing large, complex, and disparate data sets
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Accounting Manager • Buenos Aires