What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Reporting Consolidation Analyst position at SpeakEZ Virtual Solutions LLC?
Job Description
- EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.
- The individual will oversee the consolidation of the EDF Renewables financial statements in Business Objects Financial Consolidation (BOFC) under the supervision of the Sr. Manager, Financial Reporting and Consolidation. The individual will apply his/her knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures, and will work as part of the Consolidation Department. He/she will understand and assist in meeting the needs of the Corporate Consolidation Department at the parent company EDF Renouvelables in Paris, France. This position works closely with members of the EDF Renewables FCPA, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, the Executive Management team, our French parent company EDF Renouvelables and their corresponding KPMG auditors.
- Manage and own all deliverables and complex financial transactions related to the consolidation of the assigned Segment(s) or assigned by Sr. Manager.
- Manage and own preparation of analytical reviews and corresponding analysis for Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow Statements for the assigned Segment(s).
- Validate and upload SAP estimate and actual data into BOFC, oversee and validate the breakdown of flows, cost centers, debt, intercompany, and clearing of controls for the Segment. Expected to train junior members of team on process.
- Collaborate with the Corporate Finance teams (tax, treasury, FCPA and account) and other business team (Development, Construction, Divesture, Supply, Valuations, etc.) to anticipate and generate proper accounting/consolidation entries for potential and actual operations.
- In charge of IFRS subjects/standards, memo preparation, report impact analysis or transversal studies on standards, and prepare training for members of the Corporate Finance Group as necessary.
- Manage Cashflow analysis and data requests from internal and EDF Renouvelables Management.
- Primary contact for KPMG auditors for the assigned segment and preparation of necessary schedules, support and communication.
- Communication with Paris.
- Other duties as assigned.
- 100% of time is spent in an office environment utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. Hybrid office schedule (San Diego, CA or other regional office).
- Education/Experience –
- 5 years of accounting experience preferred; consolidation is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or Finance or equivalent experience required.
- Skills/Knowledge/Abilities –
- Preferred experience in Renewables/Energy sector in an international environment.
- Ability working with Business Objects Financial Consolidation (BOFC) or Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) software preferred. SAP/ERP experience is highly preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite must possess particularly strong Excel skills and be knowledgeable in Word and Outlook.
- Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can work independently but also work as part of a team. Must be self-motivated, well organized and a demonstrated problem solver. Strong communication skills are required.
- Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Demonstrated ability to perform necessary accounting and consolidation research and analysis of complex financial transactions and preparation of comprehensive memorandums of process and approach.
- Experience working with teams, leading projects, and collaborating with other functions to solve complex business issues.
