AVA Consulting is seeking a Senior Analyst (Finance/Accounting)

Location: Plano, TX

U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Company Background: Our client, a major employer in the area, is looking for a Senior Analyst to be part of its team in its North American operations.

Description:

• This position is a key member of the accounting team that ensures accurate preparation of financial information and reports, timely completion of period close process and review of account reconciliations. This position also assists internal or external audit requirements and various regulatory requirements and support business partners by providing accurate accounting information to enable sound decisions and drive management actions.

Responsibilities:

Perform accounting activities like-:

Perform the month-end close process:

• Review and reconcile month-end data reports for respective journal entries.
• Evaluate accuracy and reasonableness of financial information provided by business partners.
• Perform month end closing activities, including the preparation and recording of all associated journal entries.
• Ensure balances reflected in the financial statements are accurate.
• Prepare, analyze and review monthly reports and stand-alone and consolidated fluctuation analyses.
• Lead departmental month-end close meetings.
• Assist in the preparation of information for Board of Directors, executive presentations, and various special projects as requested by management.

Complete quarterly, calendar year and fiscal year reporting and financial statements:

• Prepare quarterly and/or annual financial statements.
• Prepare and review supporting schedules and documentation as required for the financial audits for both companies by external audit.
• Provide information required for periodic regulatory audits and tax reporting.
• Independently prepare and respond to various ad-hoc request from internal departments, timely and accurately.
• Independently lead and/or support management-directed special projects.
• Continuously look for opportunities to strengthen and/or streamline existing accounting policies and procedures. Investigate and implement advanced usage of available technology. Recommend process improvements and/or changes in accounting treatment as appropriate.

Requirement:

Must Have Skills:

• Four-Year College Degree (BA or BS].
• 5-10 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced reporting experience - Very important
• Exceptional day to day accounting experience - Very important
• Strong accounting understanding and expertise.
• Strong written documentation and written and oral communication.
• Strong analytical skills, initiative; ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Skills:

• Public accounting experience with national firm.
• Advanced Degree. Specify: Accounting.
• Experience working with ERP application. SAP preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant License.

NOTE: Interested Candidates can apply by sending their Updated Resume and Contact Details.

Ron Tolson

AVA Consulting

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