A multinational staffing and recruiting agency, Aquent specializes in placing marketing and design professionals. The company provides both contract and permane
Corporate Accountant
Location
United States
Posted
19 days ago
Salary
$75K - $90K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Corporate Accountant
Aquent
Corporate Accountant Location: USA Remote Overview Placement Type: Permanent Salary: $75,000-90,000 Salary Summary The Corporate Accountant is a key member of the Corporate Accounting Team, responsible for processing complex accounting activities on a day-to-day, month-end, and year-to-date and ensuring the integrity of the Company’s financial reporting. Working under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Corporate Accountant partners closely with the Senior Corporate Accountant to maintain the general ledger, support month-end close processes, and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. This position also collaborates cross-functionally and contributes significantly to audits, reporting, and continuous process improvement. Essential Functions - Manage posting of complex journal entries, including cash activity, accruals, prepaid amortization, fixed assets/depreciation, shared and accrued revenue, financing activity, and allocations across business segments and intercompany transactions - Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness including maintaining proper reconciliations of assigned accounts - Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring proper documentation and resolution - Perform detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and risks - Assist and support with newly implemented ERP system, Microsoft Business Central, including enhancements, troubleshooting errors and streamlining of processes/continuous improvement - Assist with review of monthly financial statements and preparation of supporting schedules - Support the consolidation and reporting of international operations - Contribute to the preparation and distribution of monthly financial packages to leadership - Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and act as a supporting liaison for external auditors - Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements - Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Operations, and Analytics teams - Create and maintain reconciliations, reports, dashboards, and analyses as needed Job Requirements Education - Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred - 3–5+ years of corporate accounting or related experience Experience - Strong experience working in an automated accounting environment utilizing cloud-based ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Business Central or similar) - Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, data analysis); familiarity with Google Workspace is a plus - Experience with multi-entity and international accounting is preferred - CPA or CPA-track is a plus Skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. - Excellent organizational skills. - Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. - Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles. - High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across teams. - Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive efficiencies. - High level of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality. The role is considered remote and can be supported from a number of locations that cover standard US working time zones. There will be cases where in person team meetings or attending conferences would be required.
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