Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Job Summary

The position will participate in the execution of corporate-wide accounting initiatives in support of the company’s objectives.  It will support the accounting for cash, assist in the preparation of journal entries, prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations, and assist with various other month-end close tasks, quarterly reporting, and year-end audit deliverables as needed.  Finally, the position will support the accounting close processes and related reconciliations for various corporate functional departments.

Key Responsibilities

Reconcile all cash accounts and, with Treasury and other teams, perform all cash-related tasks
Manage accounting activities involving foreign currency transactions, including revaluations and analysis to ensure accurate reporting
Utilize Blackline for account reconciliations, task management, and month end close activities; ensure compliance with Southwire’s reconciliation standards.
Support and assist accounting and finance teams in researching and analyzing account balances and activity
Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements
Complete journal entries timely and accurately for month end close
Maintain accurate and timely review and reconciliation of key general ledger accounts 
Involvement in special projects as required for process improvement and efficiency 
Capable of working in a timeline driven environment while providing accurate information
Assist business leadership in the preparation and management of annual departmental budgets
Conduct monthly reviews of account reconciliations in compliance with the Southwire Account Reconciliation policy 
Support the understanding and compliance with GAAP and/or IFRS accounting standards framework and Southwire internal control procedures and practices 

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree:  Accounting, Business or Finance

Years of Experience: 5+ Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Master's Degree

Specialized Degree:  Accounting

Years of Experience: 8+ Years 

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) a plus

Accounting and Finance experience within a multi-billion-dollar organization

Strong broad-based knowledge and experience in accounting, financial reporting, and accounting systems

Proven problem-solving and analytical skills coupled with a rigorous decision-making process

Ability to identify and initiate process improvement to maximize efficiency through projects

Highly collaborative personality who can thrive in a hands-on environment

Ability to work independently and with a team in a challenging environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

 Earns the respect of peers, subordinates and superiors for their integrity and ethical values

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire team members: No 

Travel

None

Physical Requirements

Standing - 5% of time

Sitting - 90% of time

Walking - 5% of time 

Working Conditions

Office 

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard 

Competencies

Skills