Career Description
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Financial Reporting Accountant is responsible for financial reporting procedures in conjunction with period end close, including cash flows, covenant and other financial calculations, comparable sales and other closing responsibilities, and participates in other Financial Reporting tasks including the research of technical issues, preparation of the monthly reporting package and assistance in preparation of SEC filings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned):

  • Perform various financial reporting procedures in conjunction with period close, including preparation of the consolidated cash flow, covenant calculations, comparable sales and other closing responsibilities.
  • Responsible for coordinating the period-end reporting tasks, including working with Corporate Accounting to retrieve the FCCS financial statements and obtain fluctuation analysis from the appropriate process owners completing the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow variance analysis.
  • Assist in keeping compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 and in maintenance of process narratives and control matrices for the Financial Close and Reporting Process.
  • Assistance with preparation of SEC filings, including working with other personnel and departments to obtain the appropriate input and supporting documentation.
  • Responsible for the completion and maintenance of the support binder for each filing.
  • Keep current with SEC issues and interpretations, and suggest enhanced disclosures, if applicable, based on independent research.
  • Prepare technical memos and analyses for complex or non-recurring transactions.
  • Other financial reporting tasks or analysis as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Accounting System/ERP skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, conflict solving and negotiation skills.
  • Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors and internal and external customers.
  • Must be a team player who also works well independently.
  • Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations with respect to accounting treatments.
  • Must be able to read, analyze, interpret and comprehend financial reports and legal documents.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner to common inquiries or complaints from team members, customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
  • Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to management, vendors and other employees.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree from three-year college or university and
  • Certified Public Accountant preferred and
  • 2-4 years related experience and/or training in SEC and/or Financial Reporting in industry required or
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Source link