Senior Analyst, Prepayments & Accruals

This role will be responsible for ensuring the correct US GAAP accounting treatment for prepaid expenses and accruals. They will also be responsible for ensuring that we maximize the potential from our existing underlying systems (Oracle and BlackLine) and consistently evolve to embrace new addition the role will be responsible for ensuring all processes are in adherence to AECOM policies and procedures and compliant with relevant SOX narratives and controls.

This role will report into the Team Lead Prepayments & Accruals GBS.

Responsibilities & Duties

 Prepaid and accruals category management Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Ensure close process and reconciliations for prepayments and accruals are completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Preparation of complex monthly reconciliations to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the financial statements.
• Preparation of complex journals and ZAP (Zero Accounts Payable) entries for prepayments and accruals (non-judgemental).
• Provide daily update on activities during the month end close.
• Prepare balance sheet flux analysis (pre-close and pre-quarter end process).
• Pre-review listing of all scheduled accruals to ensure all entries are valid.

Auditing and Compliance Monitoring

• Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure compliance with relevant local regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with prepayment and accruals related SOX narratives and control documentation.
• Participate in self-testing program to proactively identify and remediate control gaps before audits.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies procedures and internal controls.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement changes that generate efficiencies and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Partner with Source to Pay (S2P) to drive operational efficiencies and process improvement.
• Ensure existing systems (Oracle BlackLine) are optimized and identify new technology opportunities.
• Deliver on internal KPIs and customer focused SLAs to deliver a best in class general accounting service.

Attributes: 

• Ability to obtain information and identify key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-term goal or vision (Strategic Decision Making)
• Ability to understand various business scenarios and make sound decisions by combining relevant factors to arrive at the best outcome (Business Acumen)
• Ability to drive to create experiences and opportunities that will lead to innovation. Ability to guide and influence other to navigate change. (Leading Change)
• Ability to gather integrate validate and analyze relevant data to develop resolutions findings and recommendations. (Analytical Thinking)

• Ability to maintain a high level of collaboration among multiple internal and external stakeholders to effectively arrive at solutions and develop initiatives. (Collaboration)
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various internal and external customers globally. Ability to use tact and discretion in delivering critical and sensitive information to peers stakeholders and direct reports. (Communication)
• Ability to actively identify new areas for learning and opportunities to improve processes tools and mindset (Continuous improvement)
• Ability to maintain good customer relationship and initiate ways to improve customer experience (Customer service)
• Ability to clearly define objectives and set targets for the team that are consistent with and compliant to service delivery agreements key performance indicators and policies. (Planning and Organizing)
• Ability to identify and resolve varied and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and ability to recommend solutions for recurring and unique scenarios. (Problem Solving)
• Ability to monitor and measure progress and effectively drive individual and team results that supports the overall goal of the team. (Results Oriented)

Qualifications :

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting and finance experience with at least 2 years of General Accounting experience and 1 year in a global organization. 
• Experience in operational compliance in shared services.
• Strong communication (English language) and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated success in cross-cultural virtual team environments.

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance and service recognition awards.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time