Our client is a leading global telecommunication company. They are seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist/Manager, working remotely. This position is critical to the financial accounting and reporting function.
MAIN RESPOSIBILITIES:
- Primary focus of this position is financial reporting, administration of equity activity including stock-based compensation, and supporting technical accounting and special projects.
- Responsibilities will include accounting, month end closing activities, general ledger account analysis, & reconciliations for assigned areas.
- Prepare of US GAAP financial statements and footnotes for quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including disclosure checklists
- Provide supporting schedules and analysis to the senior director, Controller and external auditors
- Produce quarterly and ad hoc reports of equity awards and activity to support financial reporting, human resources, and external stakeholders
- Support the investor relations function in preparing earnings call materials and presentations
- Support month-end close including preparation of journal entries, account analysis, and monthly account reconciliations for assigned areas with adequate backup in compliance with internal control requirements
- Analyze accounts monthly for fluctuations and provide detailed explanations for variances
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial packages and other accounting deliverables as necessary
- Provide support for evidence of SOX compliance in assigned areas
- Support tax compliance and statutory compliance activities as requested
- Prepare audit schedules and provide support to external auditors
MAIN REQUIREMENTS:
- Technology / Telecom Industry experience preferred
- Experience preparing SEC filings, including xBRL, preferred
- Experience with SAP and Workiva preferred
- Advanced skills with Excel and Microsoft Office Products.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- 6+ years’ experience (some level of public accounting preferred)
- Experience with technology and systems for financial reporting (wDesk preferred), and equity management
- Stock compensation administration
- Experience performing technical accounting analysis and drafting related memoranda, including working with external auditors to conclude on technical matters