About the role
Job Description
Job Summary
The Senior Accounting Associate will be responsible for supporting firm-wide financial reporting requirements by preparing and analyzing financial information and processes.
This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
Job Duties
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Ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial regulations, and GAAP while driving the adoption of best practices.
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Analyze financial data and provide accounting support for key business entities and subsidiaries.
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Support external audit activities and assist in maintaining audit readiness throughout the year.
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Contribute to financial systems enhancements, implementations, and technology-driven process improvements.
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Assist with purchase accounting and financial integration activities related to mergers and acquisitions (MA).
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Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations and journal entries, resolving discrepancies and accounting issues as needed.
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Develop, document, and implement accounting policies, internal controls, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
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Support financial analysis related to lending requirements, debt agreements, and covenant compliance.
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Serve as a trusted finance resource by providing financial reporting insights and guidance to cross-functional teams.
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Partner with FPA and Financial Systems teams to enhance reporting efficiency, streamline processes, and improve data quality.
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Prepare ad hoc financial reports, analyses, and management presentations to support business decision-making.
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Perform additional finance and accounting responsibilities as required to support organizational objectives.
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Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process automation and efficiency.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education: Bachelor s/Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Experience: 3 5 years of experience in Accounting, preferably within the accounting industry (US Accounting Knowledge), Experience in financial services, business advisory and/or banking industries.
License/Certifications: CA/CPA, preferred
Software: Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software/ERP systems (Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, etc).
Other Knowledge, Skills Abilities:
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Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (GAAP/IFRS)
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ASC 606 revenue recognition and other ASC knowledge, preferred.
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both verbal and written)
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Functional working knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts such as debits, credits, balance sheet, income statement, accrual, prepaid, depreciation, etc
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Independent critical thinking skills and ability to analyze financial data
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Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects/tasks with a high degree of attention to detail
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Able to multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
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Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of information
Competencies:
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Analytical thinking
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Time management
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Accuracy and completeness
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Problem-solving
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Ability to work in high-volume environments
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