What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at The Edge Group?
Senior Accountant
Farmington Hills, MI
Our client, a global automotive manufacturer, is searching for a Senior Accountant to join their team in Farmington Hills, MI. This position is responsible for the financial information for the organization’s North American offices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Compile and analyze financial information in regard to month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing journal entries; preparing reporting packages and ensuring all deadlines are met accordingly.
- Responsible for preparing and analyzing balance sheet reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and creating solutions as needed.
- Reconcile and maintain accuracy for an array of general ledger and subledger accounts.
- Prepare accounting transactions and journal entries as supporting documentation, responding as needed in regard to audit requests for financial and SOX.
- Assist with maintaining internal control documentation and evidence for internal and external audits.
- Make recommendations or enhancements to improve accuracy of closing process.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- CPA preferred
- 5 years of experience with general and corporate accounting, preferably in manufacturing
- SAP/ERP experience strongly preferred
- Expert skills in Microsoft Excel required
- Expert in GAAP/IFRS accounting standards
- Knowledge of SOX and foreign currency preferred
