What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead, Corporate Consolidations, Systems and Reporting position at Western Digital Capital?
Lead, Corporate Consolidations, Systems and Reporting Full-timeJob Type (exemption status) : Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range : 100,300.00-142,100.00Business Function : AccountingAt Western Digital, we are on a mission to unlock the potential of data so people, companies and organizations everywhere can create what’s next. To fulfill our vision, we are always on the lookout for potential team members who share our passion for solving problems to empower others.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional looking to take their career to the next level. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively execute in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving business environment and possess the flexibility to thrive at an innovative company. This role will be an integral part of the corporate accounting team helping to drive the close and consolidation process with a continued focus on improvement to achieve best-in-class results.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Engage in and oversee consolidation activities as part of the monthly close, including foreign currency remeasurement and translation and cost allocations.Assist in the oversight of master data maintenance activities, including chart of accounts and department structures.Seek opportunities to streamline and shorten the close and reporting cycle, including identifying and recommending process and system enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness of close and consolidation activities while maintaining effective internal controls.Prepare journal entries and account analyses for internal legal entity restructuring efforts and external general ledger accounting.Support cross-functional teams including revenue, tax, and cost accounting with journal entry posting and account analyses.Prepare and perform general account reconciliations and analysis for assigned accounts, including internal equity.Assist in the monthly Balance Sheet fluctuation analysis.Prepare monthly reporting schedules to executives, providing commentary and noting fluctuation changes from prior periods.Support the Sarbanes-Oxley documentation for key Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts and relevant control activities.Assist in the preparation of quarterly SEC financial reporting, including cash flow statements, footnotes, and disclosures.Proactively identify issues and assist in optimizing systems, upgrades, and automation of accounting processes.Assist with quarterly reviews and annual audits conducted by external auditors.Preparation of ad-hoc analyses and special projects as requested.Assist with quarterly, interim, and year-end audits.REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar degree.6 years of relevant experience including familiarity with areas of general accounting, intercompany transactions, account reconciliations, multi-currency consolidations, and financial reporting.PREFERRED : Public accounting / audit experience with an active CPA license preferred.Experience with SAP and Oracle systems preferred.SKILLS : Attention to detail and accuracy is a must.Advanced Excel skills.Self-motivated with effective communication skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities. Desire to work collaboratively within and across teams (including internationally), and with internal / external auditors.Willingness to tackle and troubleshoot problems in a fast-paced environment.Equal Employment OpportunityWestern Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; medical / dental / vision insurance; life, accident, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.#J-18808-Ljbffr
