Job Summary The overall purpose of this position is to assist management to ensure an unqualified opinion on the respective financial audits. He or She is responsible for assisting in safeguarding the assets of the Institute through account analysis and regular monitoring of financial transactions. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the financial transactions in assigned general ledger accounts are recorded in the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This role also works with other staff to assist in their understanding of accounting principles and practices in general ledger accounts assigned to the staff accountant. This position typically reports to a Supervisor of Accounting with a dotted line to the Manager of Accounting. The incumbent in this role will not have any direct reports and will act under general supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining and monitoring monthly account analysis and reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and resolving reconciling items and issues noted in a timely manner.
Preparing reviewing and uploading monthly journal entries for month-end close for general ledger accounts
Reviewing documenting and resolving variances monthly for Financial Statements prior to distribution. Interfaces with and reports findings to business unit contacts.
Preparing various audit schedules as requested from the external auditors during January - June each year
Creating and maintaining key process flows related to position such as those related to the general ledger accounts assigned
Completing special projects as assigned such as IT special projects Oracle upgrades testing internal control projects process improvements etc
Serving as informal mentor and resource to other staff members
Education
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience Major in Accounting or related field Req
Work Experience
2-4 years practical experience in accounting field Req
Skills and Requirements
Knowledge of and experience with OBIEE Siebel and Feith a plus.
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and Oracle Financials.
He or she must be a technologically savvy knowledge worker who seeks out technology solutions to business challenges.
Good Communication skills oral and written. Excellent analytical skills.
Candidate must work effectively as part of a team interacting professionally with all levels within the IEEE and volunteers.
Must be able to communicate fluently in English
Other Requirements: As defined in IEEE Policies individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT) J H L or O status.
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