Primary Purpose and Main Responsibilities

The Analyst reports to the General Accounting Coordinator and has as primary purpose of the position to provide clear, accurate information for managing and analyzing a segment of the business, in accordance with accounting principles, government regulations and company practice and policy. Responsible for various closing, accounting, consolidation and Tax reporting activities.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare reconciliation accounts, analyze differences and add supporting documentation.
• Record journal entries during the month and in the month-end closing process.
• Prepare month-end close activities to transmit accurate financial statements in accordance with regional and corporate deadlines.
• Research and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts in accordance with company policies
• Prepare Final Cost determination and inventory management, analysis and control of logistical reserves
• Support all areas of the company, providing required information in a timely manner.
• Support SII activities.
• Prepare information and analysis requested by internal and external auditors.
• Prepare other information and analysis for special projects (e.g. Foxtrot).
• Build organizational capacity for innovation through training and other avenues.
• Identify solutions to market challenges by leveraging open innovation, emerging technologies, partnerships, networks, suppliers, ideation, etc.
• Continually promote innovative changes and improvements in business processes, systems and concepts in order to deliver profitable and sustainable growth opportunities.

Experience

• At least 3 to 5 years of effective experience in accounting.

• Strong knowledge of both local and US GAAP accounting rules.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to understand complex data and issues and proactively develop solutions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Sense of urgency and analytical thinking

• Communication skill - ability to interact with different levels of organization

• Demonstrated ability to approach problem solving with creativity, innovation and collaboration

• Sense of urgency and a strong work ethic

• Pro-active