Accountant - External Reporting
The Judge Group Inc.

Job Info

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Location: Raleigh, NC
Salary: $75,000.00 USD Annually - $89,000.00 USD Annually
Description:
Job Title: Accountant - External Reporting

Summary:

The Accountant - External Reporting applies accounting principles to analyze financial information, record and reconcile transactions, assist in preparing financial reports for internal use, and support the preparation of SEC filings, including Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs, and Form 8-Ks. This role involves determining and calculating accurate and timely accounting treatments, performing technical research, and handling special projects as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute financial reporting procedures during period close, including preparing consolidated financial statements, covenant calculations, and other closing tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of SEC filings by collaborating with various personnel and departments to gather necessary input and supporting documentation.
• Conduct technical accounting research, staying updated on proposed rules, changes, or interpretations issued by the FASB and SEC.
• Perform period, quarterly, and year-to-date financial analytical reviews, providing explanations for variances.
• Prepare journal entries and assigned account reconciliations on a periodic basis according to the established schedule. Follow up with relevant individuals for corrections and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Generate reports for other departments and teams as required.
• Prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation needed for management, internal and external reporting, internal and external auditors, and SOX requirements.
• Assist in quarterly reviews and year-end audits with internal and external auditors.
• Perform other financial reporting tasks or analyses as assigned.

Qualifications:

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Accounting Systems/ERP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with other departments, vendors, and internal and external customers.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in analyzing data, drawing conclusions, interpreting results, and making recommendations regarding accounting treatments.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and comprehend financial reports and legal documents.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, to address inquiries or complaints from team members, customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings to top management, external department heads, customers, clients, and other employees.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.
• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Contact: mmcknight@judge.com

This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

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