Advanced Accounting Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, this role supports core accounting activities tied to financial processes, including month-end close margin analysis, reporting, and accruals. The position plays an important role in the financial close by preparing and reviewing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and partnering with cross-functional teams and affiliated entities to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective internal controls. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support core accounting activities related to month-end and year-end close, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries for a variety of transactions, such as accruals, reclasses, intercompany activity, and other recurring or ad hoc entries.
• Analyze balance sheet accounts, investigate margin variances, and help identify potential financial impacts in a timely manner.
• Support internal control processes and documentation to help ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with intercompany accounting activities, including reconciliation and follow-up on differences with domestic and international affiliates.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives by helping identify opportunities to improve efficiency, clarity, and controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of experience in accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, or a related field (required) 
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (preferred) 
• Profit & Loss Analysis experience, including comparing plan versus actual, accruals, and related journal entries. (preferred) 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss or transmit primarily factual information to internal and external customers in the normal course of performing duties
• Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret, and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible
• Customer service skills to display a service-oriented attitude in addressing and responding to questions or issues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles under IFRS and U.S. GAAP
• Advanced knowledge of financial systems and software (Oracle EPM experience a plus)
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to and effectively manage change.
• Kaizen mindset with the ability to apply the PDCA (Plan‑Do‑Check‑Act) approach.
• Must also possess an understanding of current accounting operational structure (financial close, gross profit, J-SOX, etc.) 

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans  
• 401K with 4% Company Match 
• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays  
• Bonus Program 
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs 
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance 
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs 
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. 
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Career Development and Ongoing Training  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program 
• Volunteer Opportunities  
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) 
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)  
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 

Annual Salary: $80,000 - $101,000