Veritas Search Group is Hiring an Accountant - FP&A Near Santa Clara, CA
Purpose of the RoleThe accountant is responsible for developing pricing/costing schemes at various levels and providing recommendations for improvements related to structures and product profitability. Additionally, the accountant will perform other accounting activities involving business insurance, exchange rates, and cash flow management. Key Responsibilities
Pricing Analysis: Prepare and analyze all pricing-related issues.
Data Management: Maintain pricing-related files and databases to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
Reporting: Prepare periodic pricing reports, including marketing and competitive pricing analyses for Senior Management.
Product Pricing: Provide suggested prices for new products.
Financial Review: Review costs and other financial reports related to pricing issues.
Insurance Management: Handle and manage all aspects of business insurance policy administration.
Exchange Rates: Prepare quarterly “LLC exchange rates” and monthly spot rates for commission calculations.
Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality over sensitive information processed.
Additional Duties: Perform other duties as needed to meet business requirements.
Competencies for Success
Initiative and Analytical Skills: Proactive and possess strong analytical abilities.
Detail-Oriented and Time Management: Highly detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking and time management skills, capable of prioritizing and executing tasks amidst shifting priorities and timelines.
Problem Solving: Ability to identify problems, trends, or opportunities for process improvements and implement resolutions.
Adaptability: Think proactively in a fast-paced environment.
Collaboration: Work both independently and collaboratively.
Responsibility and Professionalism: High degree of responsibility, resourcefulness, and professionalism.
Judgment and Confidentiality: Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality of critical and sensitive information, records, data, and reports.
Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking skills and seek direction when needed.
Technical Proficiency: Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other relevant technologies.
Accounting Knowledge: Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience & Education
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in accounting and/or finance.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
Preferred Experience: Previous experience in cost accounting, CPA license is a plus.
Work Environment: Experience in a fast-paced working environment.