Job Description

The Americas Accounting associate specialist role is a position within the Americas Controller organization. The role works closely with other members of the Finance organization, especially members of the FP&A, Corporate Tax, Corporate Accounting and Regional Shared Service teams. The Associate will perform month end close steps associated with holding entities within the Corporate business line.

Responsibilities

· Perform all related related journal entries, financial flux, key judgments, internal controls, and management reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for holding entities within the Corporate business line.

· Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to be reviewed by Supervisor.

· Identify and cultivate productive relationships with business partners and stakeholders.

· Prepare key ad-hoc reporting and analysis requested by senior leadership.

· Consistently improve process and functional performance through innovative approaches to challenges.

· Identify, solve, and/or escalate accounting issues to Supervisor, where applicable.

· Assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education Level

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or related discipline, required.

· CPA or equivalent, preferred.

Required Experience

· Recent college graduate or at least 1 year public accounting or private accounting experience, required.

· Bilingual English/Spanish, required

· General ledger accounting, strongly preferred. However, open to individuals that have AP, AR, or Payroll experience.