Accountant I

Company: Generali Global Assistance North America
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Job Summary:This position will support general accounting activities of the department including general ledger account analysis/reconciliation, monthly financials close, year-end audits, monthly variance analysis and analytics, and as needed, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting activities. This position is responsible for compiling and analyzing financial information and advising management regarding key financial and operational issues. This position is based in our San Diego location and reports to the VP of Finance.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:* Conducts accurate general ledger accounting, reporting, and reconciliation, with adherence to meeting deadlines* Reconciles bank and general ledger and ensures that errors and/or issues are resolved effectively and in a timely manner* Book and amortize fixed assets including but not limited to WIP/CIP* Performs accurate and timely monthly financials and year-end close* Backup accounting functions as directed* Conducts and supports internal and external audits in an efficient, timely and accurate manner* Actively participates in the continual strengthening of internal controls through process analysis and risk assessment with a focus on automation, streamlining workflow processes and procedures, and presenting findings and recommendations to Controller* Manages special projects as directed by Controller* Create, maintain, and improve fixed asset verification processes* Prepares account reconciliations/analyses and conducts appropriate account/accounting research* Performs ad-hoc reporting and variance analysis* Responds to requests for reports and analyses from department managers and other key internal customers in a timely and professional manner* Acts as liaison to other departments regarding communication of finance and accounting policies and procedures in order to ensure proper accounting standards are being applied by all departments. This includes but is not limited to sales, commissions, expenses, etc.* Manages and performs Escheatment's duties for various bank accounts* Develops internal resource materials and training communication on finance and accounting related processes and procedures* Participates in meetings, special projects and performs other duties as assigned* Partners with other departments to find resolution to accounting and systems issues as needed to accomplish goals and routine tasksRequired / Desired Knowledge, Experiences and Skills:* A minimum of one year of accounting experience preferred employing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) preferred* Experience using SAP/BW/Hyperion/Oracle or other large automated accounting systems is preferred* Basic to advanced level experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook) required* Good verbal and written communication skills* Solid interpersonal and customer service skills* Ability to multi-task* Must possess a strong work ethic* Ability to work independently and within a team environment* Attention to detail and accuracy of dataEducation/Certifications:* Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a similar degree is required* CPA or MBA not required Physical Working Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit for long periods of time; use of hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; finger dexterity; talk; hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.Generali Global Assistance is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteranPowered by JazzHRt6Conq8nlj

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