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Form of work **Position Summary**
Responsible for G/L accounting, Intercompany and Statutory Reporting for CPS US.
**Objective**
Ensure proper accounting principles are maintained (GAAP and IFRS) and assist the SSC Supervisor with general accounting matters, including but not limited to the preparation of financial reports in accordance with Bureau Veritas accounting policies and procedures.
**Major Roles & Responsibilities:**
+ Responsible for handling the daily operations of the accounting department including:
**General Ledger:**
+ Review and maintain all General Ledger accounts - monthly reconciliations.
+ Responsible for review of monthly bank reconciliations
+ Manage the Inter-company reconciliation process for all entities in region. Including all AP, AR, accruals, and cash transactions. This also includes all netting processes.
+ Review expense reimbursements (BV Core) to ensure proper controls are in place for accurate and timely entry of expenses.
+ Prepare and post the payroll entry bi-weekly and the payroll accrual monthly.
+ Support the supervisor in month end close processes which includes ensuring all entries are booked timely, processing allocations, and investigating any month end discrepancies as needed.
+ Reconcile benefits and make 401K contributions timely.
+ Assist in coordinating and providing documentation for annual audits. (internal and external)
+ Ensure Integrity of the Accounting system
**Additional General Ledger Responsibilities for Senior II:**
+ Responsible for the maintenance and reporting for all fixed assets.
+ Quarterly Magnitude reporting with related detailed schedules (Head Office consolidation packages) for all entities in region. Communicate with HO in Paris as necessary for statutory requirements.
+ Tax reporting - Liaise with the North America Tax Manager
+ Assist the manager in the internal control process (Guardian reporting)
+ Ad Hoc projects to optimize and streamline finance processes.
+ Assist with Financial Reporting and Analysis for all entities in region as needed.
**Key Performance Indicators & Metrics:**
KPI's for this role will be determined as part of the annual PMP process, but could include:
+ Timely and accurate maintenance of the General Ledger, monthly closing process, and quarterly reporting.
+ Accounting policies and procedures should be up to date, in effect and well controlled.
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ Self-motivated and self-managed with high degree of honesty and integrity.
+ Must possess excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and Outlook. Strong Excel skill level required.
+ Strong administrative and organizational skills
+ Ability to work independently and handle confidential information
+ Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
+ Ability to perform multiple tasks
+ Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills
+ Individual and team work ethic
+ Possess an energetic commitment to work and quality.
+ International experience: previously dealt with a global business model, a plus
**Experience and Educational Background Required:**
Senior Accountant I:
+ Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or Finance
+ 3-5 years related experience
Senior Accountant II:
+ Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or Finance
+ 5-7 years related experience
**Additional requirements preferred:**
+ CPA certification a plus
+ JD Edwards experience a plus
**Compensation Range:** $80,000-85,000/ annually _(e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset)._
