Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Overview

Key position for all month-end accounting activities for the Valencia Site.

• Leads month end close activities, including analysis for journal entry preparation while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Leads month end activities via communications and issue resolution, including bringing issues to management's attention before they affect productivity.
• Prepares and analyzes balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation with a focus on operational efficiencies and accounting compliance.
• Analyzes and prepares communication of internal and external month end reporting (including standard reports and analytics).
• Drives user support for systems/programs to both internal and external customers.
• Leads projects answering questions for internal and external customers and prepares ad hoc reports.
• Prioritizes workload as established by management and refocuses efforts to accomplish objectives independently, accurately and timely.
• Leads and/or participates in multiple projects, including the development of comprehensive project plans and completes assignments within established timelines.
• Maintains current desktop procedures for assigned responsibilities and ensures others are cross trained within the department.
• Leads workflow and system enhancement design and implementations, and ensures proper testing of related system revisions are within department standards.
• Leads Sarbanes Oxley testing and provides related schedules and support to internal and external auditors.
• Coordinate with Shared Services to drive accounting execution for AR & AP.
• Will be trained as back-up to Finance & Accounting Generalist, Financial Analyst and Cost Accountant.
• Special projects as required.

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years accounting/finance experience in manufacturing environment; prior audit experience is strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP with ability to apply to real world situations; continue to keep abreast of latest FASB pronouncements.
• Strong analytical mind with the ability to research key accounting issues, conduct in-depth analysis and make recommendations on key accounting estimates.
• Prior experience performing or supporting Sarbanes-Oxley and SOX audits.

• Highly detail oriented and accurate; works with highest integrity and character.
• Should possess strong communication skills and can clearly articulate results and influence decision making through verbal, written, analytical, interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience driving process improvement and leveraging IT systems to drive automation and improve month-end close and other accounting activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; intermediate to advanced MS Excel; experience using One Stream reporting and other BI/Forecasting tools.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines with conflicting priorities.