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Senior Accounting Policy Analyst (GAAP technical experience ideal)
Senior Accounting Policy Analyst (GAAP technical experience ideal)
Birmingham, Alabama
$80,000 - $90,000
Our client is seeking a technically driven and motivated CPA as their Senior Accounting Policy Analyst. The ideal candidate will thrive on accounting research and being a subject matter expert on all emerging accounting issues. This is a team with excellent technical backgrounds and this position will provide the opportunity to continue learning while maintaining a strong peer group and mentorship. Other critical qualities the candidate will possess are strong communication and relationship building skills. Our client is a national leader in their industry and this position is open due to the company's vast growth and success. This company provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience progressive professional growth and enhanced advancement path.
Responsibilities:
- Research, interpret and apply GAAP accounting guidance to unique situations, play a role in the adoption of new, relevant guidance, and communicate complex topics clearly across the Company
- Demonstrate ability to apply principles of accounting to analyze and prepare financial information
- Consult with various business units and support the reporting process of the Company to identify and resolve accounting issues
- Assist in identification and resolution or accounting issues, special transactions, due diligence
- Prepare financial statements and footnotes, as well as related supporting documentation, for quarterly and annual filings
- Assist with the implementation of the new accounting standards
- Assist with the preparation of the Company’s earnings releases
- Participate in special projects involving the Company’s acquisition activity and improve processes
Requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience (public accounting experienced required)
- Bachelor’s degree required and CPA preferred
- GAAP accounting experience required
- Strong analytical abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, research skills, writing & presentation skills, negotiation and consensus-building skills, able to meet deadlines
- Extreme attention to detail is essential; can-do, will-do attitude and approach, with the ability to influence others towards positive results and actions; focused, timely, meets deadlines, computer literate
Please note - if you have recently submitted your resume to a PangeaTwo posting, your qualifications will be considered for other open opportunities.
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