Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote working options for Monday and Friday.

What You’ll Do

As a member of the Global Corporate Accounting team, the Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting is responsible for ensuring high quality and timely global consolidated financial statement reporting and acts as a key resource to the organization for accounting guidance and support.

The Financial Reporting Senior Accountant position is in Southfield, MI, reporting to the Financial Reporting Director or Manager. Paid relocation may be considered.

• Prepare quarterly and annual global consolidated financial statements, including the preparation of the Statement of Cash Flows and drafting Note disclosures.
• Research U.S. GAAP technical accounting guidance to ensure compliance with existing standards and understand impact of pending standards.
• Perform monthly financial statement analytical review procedures.
• Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and advise on accounting treatment for complex or unique transactions.
• Develop corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors and provide audit coordination and support.
• Complete or assist in financial reporting for various international operations statutory requirements and U.S. government economics reporting. Review differences between local statutory financial statements and U.S. GAAP reporting for reasonableness.
• Support integration of financial reporting for newly acquired entities. Ensure consistency of financial statement methodologies and classification across entities.
• Support accounting for stock-based compensation and related equity recordkeeping
• Identify opportunities to further leverage financial systems; improve efficiency and effectiveness of internal and external financial reporting.
• Act as a business partner to colleagues across functions and consulting communities. Proactively provide information and solutions. Serve as a key resource to the organization for accounting and financial reporting guidance and support.
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with emphasis in accounting required.
• CPA with a minimum of 3 years’ public accounting experience required (Big 4 or large regional firm preferred).
• Broad analytical and technical accounting skills.
• Self-motivated. Initiates activities with a high degree of drive, passion, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal with the ability to interact with and present to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities effectively to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work independently and under time constraints.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with SAP S4 HANA a plus.
• Experience with stock-based compensation accounting is preferred
• Ability to form sustainable relationships with colleagues within and across functional areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 7.34 hours per pay period, sick time up to 80 hours annually, parental leave, and twelve holidays.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Gold Level award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.