Accountant IV (Senior Accountant)

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, offering strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide.

Job Title: Accountant IV (Senior Accountant)

Location: Malvern, PA

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Description

• The Shared Service Accounting organization provides accounting support and direction on various accounting operations to the operating companies.
• The accountant will work directly with the business on very complex accounting activities in accounting logistic processes, migration/projects, account reconciliation and preparation/and approve journal entries.
• Provides support and guidance in accordance with Client Financial Reporting Guidelines and International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS").
• Develops and guides the preparation of various accounting and/or tax reports.
• Develops, analyzes, and maintains ledger accounts and related activities to produce financial statements and fiscal reports.
• Ensure accurate and complete reporting of all accounting and closing processes including audit interface.
• The candidate must be able to interact with all levels of management within the business.
• This position reports to the Senior Manager of Accounting and works closely with the Business

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to the Business Units for General Accounting Month-end and Quarterly closing on various ERP systems i.e., SAP, Oracle
• Interface to IT regarding functionality in SAP/R3
• Advanced Technical Accounting knowledge needed to analyze and resolve accounting topics independently.
• Display a high level of critical thinking, bring successful resolution to high impact to complex topics and ensure they are aligned with Client Financial Reporting Guidelines.
• Build and maintain customer relations and provide support to various Business units and other departments.
• Review processes to ensure alignment with SFRG and implement any necessary changes.
• Support any training effort to the business based on guidelines.
• Performs complex analyses of financial process flow to validate controls, harmonize processes, increase efficiencies, and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Review and approve very complex entries in accordance with IFRS.
• Preparation and submittal of monthly and quarterly financial statement and analytics within strict timelines.
• Responsible for various reconciliations and resolving accounting issues to reduce variances.
• Coordination and preparation of Federal, State and Property Tax Reports.
• Participation in adhoc Projects including multi-phase integration projects
• Extensive support for internal and external audit requirements

Required Knowledge / Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards. Knowledge of client Financial Reporting Guidelines preferred but not required.
• Experience in addressing and resolving non-routine/complex accounting topics in a timely manner and satisfactory conclusions, working with senior management and all levels of operational management.
• Expert with Microsoft Tools i.e., Excel, SQL, Access etc.
• The ability to work under tight timeline, pressure, and the capability to make quick decision with accuracy.
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work independently or as part of a team.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills to clearly communicate and present unusual and/or complex concepts or issues in a convincing manner across all levels of management.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Project management skills - ability to structure, control, and drive projects to successful completion.

Education

• BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree, where required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification may be required in some areas.
• 5-7 year's public or 7 plus private accounting experience.

Business Units Supported

• All business lines, with core focus on accounting and controlling.
• Role may support SA

Top Priorities (First 90 Days)

Inventory / Costing Focus

• Handle tasks related to inventory processes, SAP ACP processes.
• Clear old stock sales orders.
• Costing background strongly preferred due to complexity of inventory training.

GL Accounting

• Prepare & park journal entries.
• Prepare account reconciliations.
• Provide GL team support on ad-hoc projects.

Challenges the Role Solves

• Relieves current personnel constraints.
• Allows senior staff more time to focus on higher-level tasks.

Stakeholders

• Hiring managers
• Senior Accountants
• Controllers & Financial Analysts
• Auditors (minimal interaction for selected tasks)

IFRS Topics Covered

• Role touches all IFRS areas including revenue, leases, FX, impairments.
• Inventory accounting experience helpful but not required.

Close Timelines

• Monthly close: Entries typically completed by U+2 (2nd business day afternoon).
• Quarterly close follows similar structure.

Systems & Tools

ERP

• SAP: Preferable; minimum working knowledge is acceptable.
• Oracle: Possible depending on team needs.

Microsoft Tools

• Excel required (strong skills expected).
• Other Tools
• No specific BI or consolidation tools required.

Tax & Audit Work

• Limited involvement.
• May support the annual tax package by gathering SAP data.
• Some support running detailed reports or pulling documentation for auditors.

Candidate Requirements

Must-Haves

• Strong general accounting knowledge (debits/credits, variance analysis).
• Ability to perform analytics.
• Strong communication skills (frequent business interaction).
• Organizational skills.
• Self-starter.
• Inventory/costing knowledge (big plus).

Nice-to-Haves

• CPA or accounting degree (strongly preferred but not required).
• Experience with client SAP (custom environment) is a plus.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.