Global Consolidation & Financial Reporting Analyst

Job Purpose:This role will lead the preparation of accurate and timely internal and external financial reports in accordance with U.S. GAAP for a multi-entity, multi-currency organization, while also contributing to day-to-day operational accounting activities.The successful candidate will play a key part in the global consolidation process and the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, support technical accounting research, partner closely with external auditors and lenders, and help drive continuous improvement of reporting processes, controls, and systems.Depending on business needs, the role will also own or support recurring operational accounting areas (e.g., specific balance sheet accounts, sub-ledger close activities, intercompany activity, or transactional review).The candidate will also assist with various other finance and accounting matters from time to time.The candidate will report directly to the Controller.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & ConsolidationPrepare consolidated financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of equity) for a multi-entity, multi-currency group on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Own or support the global consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and consolidating adjustments.Perform foreign currency translation in accordance with ASC 830, including determination of functional currency, translation of foreign subsidiary financials, and recording of cumulative translation adjustments (CTA).Account for foreign currency transactions and remeasurement gains/losses; partner with Treasury on FX exposure and hedging accounting (ASC 815) where applicable.Prepare external reporting deliverables for lenders, investors, the board of directors, and other stakeholders, including covenant compliance reporting and supporting schedules.Prepare GAAP footnote disclosures and supporting workpapers for the annual audited consolidated financial statements.Prepare monthly internal management reporting packages, including consolidated and by-entity views, variance analysis, and executive-level commentary.Maintain the integrity of the global chart of accounts, entity structure, and reporting hierarchies to ensure consistent and accurate financial information across the group.Operational AccountingOwn or assist with recurring operational accounting areas, which may include profitability reports, settlement statements, cash and treasury, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, intercompany, debt, equity, leases, and other assigned accounts across multiple entities.Manage intercompany activity, including transaction recording, monthly settlement, reconciliation between entities, and resolution of out-of-balance positions.Prepare and post journal entries (recurring, adjusting, and non-routine) in functional and reporting currencies, and maintain proper supporting documentation.Perform and/or review monthly balance sheet account reconciliations across multiple entities and currencies; investigate and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.Review transactions to ensure accurate coding, entity assignment, and GAAP treatment.Partner with operational and regional teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely, and serve as a financial reporting resource for cross-functional questions.Technical Accounting & ComplianceResearch and document the accounting treatment for complex or non-routine transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, equity transactions, stock-based compensation, foreign currency, hedging).Draft technical accounting memos and ensure proper application of ASC standards across all entities.Monitor new and proposed accounting pronouncements; assess impact and lead implementation efforts.Support the reconciliation of local statutory results (e.g., IFRS or local GAAP) to U.S. GAAP for consolidation purposes, where applicable.Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting; support documentation, testing, and remediation activities.Close, Audit & Cross-Functional SupportSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and consolidation entries across the group.Coordinate with international accounting teams or outsourced providers to ensure entity-level close deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors; prepare PBC schedules and respond to inquiries during the annual audit and any interim reviews.Partner with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Operations and Sales to gather inputs, validate data, and ensure consistency across reporting deliverables.Assist with debt, equity, and tax-related reporting matters as needed.Process ImprovementIdentify and implement opportunities to streamline consolidation, reporting, and close processes, reduce close timelines, and improve data integrity.Support optimization of ERP (NetSuite) and other accounting/reporting tools.Document policies, procedures, and desktop guides to support scalability and knowledge transfer across regions.Key Competencies Required:Technical accounting expertise.Comfort operating across time zones, cultures, and reporting frameworks.Attention to detail balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture.Ownership mindset and accountability for deliverables.Collaborative team player who builds trust across departments and regions.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.Commitment to continuous process improvement.Previous Relevant Work Experience:3+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.Mix of public accounting and/or corporate accounting at a private or public company.Hands-on experience preparing consolidated financial statements for a multi-entity organization, including intercompany eliminations and currency translation.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.Strong skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information in layman’s termsCPA license (active or in progress) is a plus.Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience is a plus.Proficiency with NetSuite ERP is a plus.Knowledge of relevant regulatory environmental policies and markets is a plus.Familiarity with IFRS or local statutory GAAP and conversion to U.S. GAAP is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr