Staff Accountant
Staff Accountant
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Job Description
Job Description
Zendesk is seeking a Staff Accountant to be a key member of the Global Accounting Team!
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing general ledger maintenance and reconciliation as well as other duties to assist with the monthly quarterly and annual general ledger (GL) close process.
This role provides assistance with implementing policies and procedures to ensure financial transactions are being executed appropriately and collaborates with other departments in terms of financial statement reviews. This role will also navigate through a variety of other departments and activities related to accounts payables accounts receivables tax and invoicing customers.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast paced environment with a continuous improvement mindset. A self-motivated problem solver this candidate is flexible adaptable and has strong collaboration skills.
Job Responsibilities
You will work with the third-party services providers based in Brazil and in Mexico (outsourcing firms) assisting on the activities related to accounts payables accounts receivables tax and invoicing customers
Participate in the month-end close process including journal entries performing reconciliations and preparing other analysis ensuring accuracy of financial information.
Accountable for providing assistance with the monthly quarterly and yearly financial close processes
Assists with implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure all financial transactions are executed according to GAAP principles
Preparation of fluctuation analyses and performance of financial statement analytics providing relevant explanations for fluctuations provided to senior management
Assists with accounts payables day-to-day activities by reviewing and reconciling payments with bank reports controlling payment dates and requesting approvals.
Assists with the process of invoicing customers bridging possible gaps
Assists with indirect taxes and withholding taxes reconciliation
Participation in process streamlining and improvement projects
Participation in annual financial audits and quarterly reviews with external auditors including preparation and review of schedules
Other projects/ tasks as necessary
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
2 or more years of accounting experience Big 4 public accounting preferred
Understanding of US and local GAAP and applicable accounting rules and regulations
Understanding of indirect tax (ISS PIS and COFINS) and withholding tax rules
Understanding Sao Paulo City Hall billing process
Intermediate MS Excel skills required (VLooksUps Pivot Tables etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organization skills
Energetic driven and dedicated
Teamwork-oriented
(Strongly Preferred)
Experience working with NetSuite or a large-scale ERP
Experience working in a publicly-traded high-tech high-growth company
CPA or equivalent (in-process or obtained)
Experience with Blackline account reconciliation and matching modules
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Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
