Job Description

A Day in the Life:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for General Ledger account reconciliations and monthly journal entry preparations. Ensures compliance with Hertz policies, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Assist in driving continuous process and procedural improvements.

We expect the starting salary to be around $85,000; the actual salary will be determined based on years of relevant work experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Reconcile and/or approve assigned general ledger accounts of highest-level complexity (with corresponding evidential support)
• Assist in facilitation and completion monthly close procedures
• Provide quarter end and year end reporting deliverables to tax and financial reporting teams
• Complete SOX 404 controls related to critical accounting processes
• Analyze accounts to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis, and proper accounting procedures have been followed
• Ensure all necessary journal entries (including accruals) to ensure expenses and income are properly recorded in the correct accounting period.
• Investigate and report to the manager any inconsistencies or improprieties.
• Prepare financial reports, charts, tables and other exhibits as requested
• Train new employees and ensure training material/documentation is kept current
• Projects as assigned by Management.
• Work with both external and internal audit teams as needed
• Maintains a ‘Best practice sharing culture’, always striving to find ways to improve service and change mind set.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3+ years of Accounting Experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting and CPA eligible preferred
• Working knowledge of MS Excel
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Strong analytical and accounting skills.
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.
• The individual will be expected to work with minimal up-front guidance and take ownership of his / her work product.

What You’ll Get:

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz rental
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
• Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.