Senior Accountant
Company: Sudina Search, LLC
Location: Columbia
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Overview: Prominent global company in Howard County is
looking for a skilled Accountant to join their Team on a
contractual basis. This role is a key member of the North America
Finance team, responsible for managing monthly financial close
activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in
accounting, a keen eye for detail, analytical expertise, and
excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Execute
monthly closing and reporting activities, under the guidance of the
division Accounting Leader, including: Prepare analyses to support
monthly and quarterly reserves and accruals. Calculate and record
general ledger entries. Reconcile intercompany transactions.
Perform balance sheet account analysis and reconciliations. Assist
with tax and statutory entries and reporting. Collaborate with the
Shared Services team to ensure accurate financial records, timely
billing, and efficient transactional processing. Work closely with
the Solutions Financial Reporting Leader to: Ensure accurate data
uploads into reporting tools. Analyze key account variances,
providing explanations and actionable recommendations. Conduct ad
hoc analyses of business activities and general ledger accounts.
Assist with data collection and analysis for strategic projects.
Provide support to supply chain and production teams through
inventory analysis, labor and overhead absorption, and other
operational activities. Continuously improve the efficiency,
effectiveness, and sustainability of close and reporting processes.
Automate repetitive tasks using available systems and office tools
to reduce manual effort. Build positive working relationships with
the North America Finance Team and relevant business partners.
Share accounting knowledge to help team members understand
financial information. Stay up to date on industry trends, company
policies, and best practices in accounting, project management, and
technical expertise. Qualifications: Experience: 3+ years of
progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit, with a
demonstrated ability to perform complex analyses and create
actionable reports. Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting
(strongly preferred) or Finance. A solid understanding of generally
accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial analysis
principles is required; IFRS knowledge is a significant plus.
Technical Skills: Strong experience with ERP/Financial systems and
applications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced
Excel skills. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or SAP
(preferred). Knowledge of Access or other multi-dimensional
analysis tools is a plus, with the ability to build relational
databases and queries. Specialized Knowledge: Strong data analysis
skills, including the ability to gather, validate, interpret data,
identify anomalies, and generate meaningful insights. Experience
with Percentage of Completion Accounting (strongly preferred).
Manufacturing industry experience is a plus. CPA or other
finance/accounting certification is advantageous. Other Skills:
Effective time and project management skills with the ability to
handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal
communication skills. Why Join? This position offers the
opportunity to be a critical part of a dynamic finance team,
working closely with various departments to drive financial
success. You will have the chance to develop your skills, grow
within the company, and make a tangible impact on operations in
North America. Employment Type: Contract Years Experience: 3 - 5
years Salary: $30 - $50 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No
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