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Summary:The Global Lease Accountant is responsible for the lease accounting within the shared service centers process.
The role requires understanding of complex accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and strong collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Prepare manual journals as needed for related activity with adequate supporting documentation
Complete assigned related account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlines
Respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner
Provide audit support as needed
Support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis
Support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes
Ensure adherence of processes to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls
Support local, regional, and global projects, as required
Maintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunities
Qualifications:Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or audit
Good knowledge of US GAAP
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, diplomatic, flexible and "can do" mind-set
Fluent in both written and spoken English
Strong reporting tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required
Experience in JDE, Blackline, Alteryx and W-Desk is an advantage
Additional hours at critical times (e.g., month-end) may be required. Also, and on an exceptional basis, the role may require work on public holidays#J-18808-Ljbffr