International Accounting Manager
International Accounting Manager
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$ 116199 - 161299
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Job Description
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Summary
The International Accounting Manager is a key member of our Accounting and Tax professionals significantly contributing to the Firms global expansion. This position oversees all accounting operations for the Firms foreign subsidiaries and offices including transfer pricing analyses annual budget deliverables cash flow analyses account reconciliations financial statements and various tax filings. The International Accounting Manager owns all international firmwide business initiatives and projects. Additionally this role oversees Latin American rates and financial reporting. As part of a team dedicated to process improvement this position also has the opportunity to eliminate inefficiencies and identify solutions to maximize results. Also this role has opportunities to collaborate with professionals outside of the Accounting team including Real Estate Operations Human Resources Information Technology Marketing and various others.
Location
This position can sit in our Baltimore or Chicago office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Oversee financial transactions and reporting for foreign subsidiaries in Mexico Puerto Rico and Chile branch offices in South Korea and Brazil and any new international entities.
Review and analyze financial statements monthly providing commentary to senior leaders of the Accounting team.
Coordinate with local offices to assist with financial planning and budgeting processes including revenue forecasting operating expense tracking cash management and rate setting.
Monitor DLA Piper US budget related to global investment initiatives.
Own the global transfer pricing process between DLA Piper US and related entities.
Monitor cash flow regularly to understand shortterm and longterm cash flow needs.
Review general ledger account reconciliations monthly including intercompany reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy. Also assist with enhancing automation of highvolume account reconciliations.
Oversee the monthly close processes including review of journal entries.
Ensure adherence to international accounting standards and regulatory requirements including local statutory audits and tax filings.
Manage international tax planning and compliance including sales and use tax VAT personal property tax and other business tax filings.
Oversee foreign currency transactions and manage exchange rate risks.
Prepare adhoc reports for senior management to support business decision making.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office particularly with Excel.
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles which includes an understanding of federal income tax basis of accounting the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Polished written and oral communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment.
Personable and adept at cultivating relationships across a global presence.
Minimum Education
Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
Certificates
CPA license preferred.
Minimum Years of Experience
7 years of experience in Accounting with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
Experience with international accounting is highly preferred.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
Prior experience working in a law firm or professional service firm is also preferred.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties.
Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely accurate and quality work product; Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including onscreen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fastpaced environment.
Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and inoffice work the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firms discretion in the future.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the atwill nature of employment
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
The firms expected hiring range for this position is $116199 $161299 per year depending on the candidates geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
