The Senior Analyst - External Financial Reporting is responsible for assisting the Director with the preparation of external financial reporting, specifically filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the implementation, monitoring and reviewing of the Company's internal controls and corporate policies and procedures. This position will also be involved in the monthly close process and assist in technical accounting research related to new transactions and proposed accounting standards.
What you'll do:
Reporting
Participate in the monthly consolidated accounting close process, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of designated accounts
Prepare and coordinate the filing of SEC periodic reports such as Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K (including managing XBRL requirements), including preparation of consolidated financial statements and associated notes to the financial statements
Coordinate with outside legal counsel in the preparation of other SEC filings such as registration statements and proxy statements
Respond to and provide support for quarterly and annual external audits
Acts as a liaison to other areas of the business on financial reporting questions and issues
Internal Control
Review and update current accounting policies and processes and create new accounting policies as necessary
Ensure financial statement process area documentation is current and accurate
Identify areas of process improvement and assist control owner in implementing changes
Respond to and provide support for internal and external audit requests as required
Partner with all functional areas to ensure appropriate documentation is in place to validate the effectiveness of the Company's internal controls
Technical Accounting
Provide technical accounting assistance on SEC-related issues and research and draft technical accounting memos
Examine new US GAAP accounting standards and document and communicate impact to management
Investigate, document and resolve complex accounting issues
Other
Key stakeholder in conducting the Company's ERM process, including documenting and researching areas of business risk
Participate in other special finance/accounting projects
Other responsibilities as needed
What we're looking for:
4+ years' experience in top-tier public accounting firms or public company environment; cable or telecommunications accounting experience preferred
Experience with financial and accounting reporting systems; specifically, NetSuite and TM1 a plus
Experience with SEC filing platforms; Toppan Merrill Bridge a plus
Strong and extensive knowledge of SEC Reporting and US GAAP
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity, and professionalism
Ability to stay knowledgeable about, research and reach well-reasoned conclusions on technical accounting issues
SOX and internal controls experience
Ability to multitask and prioritize diverse tasks
Excellent project managerial and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects required
Proven ability to perform under pressure and stress and to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements
Computer Skills:
Word processing, spreadsheets, accounting software, general ledger, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, email, inventory, database software
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
regularly required to talk and hear
required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
required to use close vision and be able to focus
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
