Senior Accountant (15 months Fixed-term Contract)

Prepare "best-in-class" reconciliations for all assigned accounts, analyzing and highlighting the activity. Assigned accounts include, but are not limited to, Cash, Corporate Card, Fixed Assets Maintain applicable detailed supporting schedules ensuring accurate and complete data for all assigned accounts and ensure it reconciles to the respective G/L accounts Prepare related account journal entries, including appropriate documentation Identify and resolve incorrect entries, data anomalies, and exceptions in the detailed schedule and the G/L. Collect data and perform research as required on details of transactions Ensure automated interfaces to the general ledger (NS) and relevant systems are functioning as intended Oversee root cause analysis of recurring adjustments, reconciliation issues, and recommend and influence the implementation of process improvements and tools solutions to correct and mitigate these Research and prepare commentary for month-end variance analysis of assigned Income Statement and Balance Sheet accounts Accurate and timely preparation of and explanations for assigned audit related requests Perform the above tasks in compliance with proper internal controls and SOX requirements. Identify control gaps, if any, and recommend process improvements. Identify, communicate, and partner with Enterprise Systems team to resolve system bugs or needed roadmap enhancements Design, propose, and implement streamlined processes, automation, system enhancements, and best-in-class policies to optimize the assigned general ledger account transactions for effectiveness and efficiency Document business requirements, create UAT plan, perform systems testing on Shared Services initiatives and communicate timely progress/status on assigned projects Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration 3-5 years of relevant experience; publicly traded multinational high-tech a plus Proficient to advanced MS excel skills (pivots, v-lookups, formulas, functions) Experience with an ERP a plus, NetSuite and Blackline preferred Relevant experience with SOX and interacting with external parties including auditors High-functioning, working knowledge of current GAAP and accounting policies and procedures best practices System and data flow knowledge; ability to learn & adapt to new flows/ technologies Self-motivated and self-managed. Ability to think independently, creatively, and opportunistically with a well-developed sense of urgency and follow through Ability to work well across time zones and multi-task and handle well under pressure Strong communication skills - including ability to listen to the needs of others, comprehend complex matters, articulate issues in a clear and concise manner, and present effectively in both oral and written presentations to all levels in the organization Team-oriented approach - participate as an effective team member as well as workcross-functionally with other organizations