Accountant/Sr Accountant, Payroll Accounting

Accountant/Sr Accountant, Payroll Accounting

This job is a member of the Accounting team within our Finance division. Responsible for performing the day-to-day functions for the corporate accounting processes of the Company. Additionally, this role is responsible for preparing and analyzing certain account reconciliations in connection with the Company's monthly close process and completing other various projects as determined on an ad hoc basis. This position works closely with the corporate divisions to ensure accounting issues are appropriately identified, analyzed, documented in technical position memos and reported in external reports and internal presentations.

Through research and follow up, ensure that reconciling items and discrepancies in accounting data are resolved in a timely manner. Prepare, peer-review, and provide documents (e.g. reconciliations, supporting schedules, and process maps) by requested deadlines to the Company's external auditors and the SOX group to ensure timely completion of quarterly reviews, the annual financial statement audit and SOX compliance test work. Review process maps and perform internal controls to ensure SOX compliance. Participate in the design, development, testing, implementation and documentation of accounting systems and related interfaces. Recommend and implement system modifications to improve internal control, increase efficiency or reduce costs. Identify, document, and escalate system issues to the IT department. Assist with researching, documenting, and implementing conclusions regarding technical accounting treatment for non-routine transactions and new accounting pronouncements for areas of responsibility. Assist in providing guidance on accounting issues to business groups of the Company. Assist in providing new team members with appropriate training on business processes and system applications for assigned areas of responsibility. Assist in providing direction to team members. Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes, procedures and accounting assumptions on an ongoing basis. Recommend and assist in process improvements to improve the control environment and increase the utilization of resources (people, technology, funds). Develop and maintain documentation for business and system processes for assigned responsibilities. Represent the department in meetings and through written and verbal communication with internal and external customers. Perform a variety of other functions/ad-hoc projects as assigned to aid in the department's/company's achievement of goals and business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or other equivalent education/experience. 3 years of combined public accounting experience, or experience in large public company corporate accounting department. Preferred Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience: Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance, MBA, or related disciplines or equivalent experience. CPA. Knowledge of SAP general ledger and SAP Payroll systems. Skills, Licenses & Certifications: Proficient in Microsoft Office (eg., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Excellent knowledge of technical accounting matters, US GAAP, SEC regulations. Fundamental accounting, internal controls, and SOX knowledge required. Self-motivated, detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to lead and participate in projects. Demonstrated ability to establish metrics, coach and mentor junior employees, and provide performance feedback. Ability to meet deadlines without supervision.

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network. Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need. 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year. Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more. Feel free to be yourself at American.