Accountant - General Ledger

HornBill has a client seeking Staff Accountant candidates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PA). Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record entries including prepaid accounts, accruals, allocations, amortizations, and reclassifications
• Process and review general ledger accounting entries prepared by others as well as monitor, advise, and instruct preparers on correct input of entries into the general ledger daily and/or monthly
• Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure balances are supported and accurately reflect the financial position of the company
• Identify unknown items, research outstanding transactions, make necessary corrections/adjustments and follow up on any unusual or unresolved outstanding reconciliation items on a timely basis
• Assist in compliance with general ledger policies and procedures and ensure compliance with internal control policies and procedures
• Prepare documentation to assist internal and external auditors and assist in responding to audit questions
• Perform various ad hoc projects including researching, analyzing and summarizing data/analysis requests as assigned
• Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules and others

• BA or BS in Accounting or Finance required
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in the accounting field
• Systems knowledge - experience with NetSuite or similar enterprise systems
• Strong PC skills including advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros, etc.)
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, understanding of IFRS a strong plus
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 (SOX) is a plus
• Ability to work overtime under tight time constraints as required at peak reporting periods and while major M&A and other key transactions are being executed
• Strong interpersonal skills - a relationship builder with a professional, open and confident style who can build bridges and work effectively across a global organization and who has strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Track record of continuous improvement - an energetic individual who is not satisfied with the status quo and is always focused on the improvement of business processes, reporting, and controls
• Ability and inclination to roll up sleeves and dig in. Dependence on and confidence in own abilities to get things done. Very strong drive, dedication and work ethic
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, process-oriented, control-oriented
• Highest level of integrity