What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant- Onsite position at Shoptikal, LLC?
Senior Accountant
Onsite - Green Bay, WI.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Controller, partner with cross-functional teams to manage various weekly, monthly and annual requirements for internal and external reporting. Assist in month end close process, including accounting for key accounts and performing account reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner. Work closely with parent company to ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards. Assist in audit procedures and preparation. Review/improve controls over general accounting and financial reporting areas.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
GENERAL ACCOUNTING
• Assume role of company’s IFRS subject matter expert, including advising colleagues and finance leadership of potential changes to policy or procedure to simplify accounting
• Partner cross-functionally on new initiatives and ensure compliance with accounting standards of parent company
• Prepare and review journal entries for posting to general ledger accounts
• Compile and analyze financial information of key accounts
• Calculate and analyze various reserve and accrual entries
• Reconcile and review various general ledger accounts to ensure balances are appropriate
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger account and reporting structure
FINANCIAL REPORTING
• Assist with month end close process to ensure timely completion of financial statements
• Participate in month end review and analysis of financial statements
• Research financial statement variances and recommend needed adjustments
• Prepare schedules to meet monthly financial reporting requirements
• Prepare supporting schedules, verify accuracy and obtain backup from other departments for financial statement reporting
• Support external audit including preparing documentation and communication with third parties to ensure timely follow up and resolution of any issues or questions
FINANCIAL CONTROLS
• Maintain an effective control environment by taking ownership of and being accountable for assigned control activities
• Effectively communicate any concerns around controls to mitigate adverse impacts
• Retain evidence of control activity and make it available for review as needed
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA certification or CPA eligible
• 3-5 years’ experience in the field of accounting
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Strong technical US GAAP knowledge required; IFRS experience preferred
• Able to work cross-functionally with excellent attention to detail and follow through
• Solid interpersonal relationship skills
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environment
• Solid organizational and planning skills
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
• Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
• Able to lift 10 to 20 pounds
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
• Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
• Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.