Accountant IV (Senior Accountant)

Malvern, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan offering strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The opportunity below is with one of our clients a leading global medical technology company. This organization provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging and laboratory diagnostics as well as advanced therapies and digital health services. Its solutions span prevention and early detection through diagnosis treatment and follow-up care empowering healthcare providers worldwide.

Job Title: Accountant IV (Senior Accountant)

Location: Malvern PA

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Description

The Shared Service Accounting organization provides accounting support and direction on various accounting operations to the operating companies.
The accountant will work directly with the business on very complex accounting activities in accounting (IFRS 15 IFRS 16) logistic processes migration/projects account reconciliation and preparation/and approve journal entries.
Provides support and guidance in accordance with Client Financial Reporting Guidelines and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Develops and guides the preparation of various accounting and/or tax reports.
Develops analyzes and maintains ledger accounts and related activities to produce financial statements and fiscal reports.
Ensure accurate and complete reporting of all accounting and closing processes including audit interface.
The candidate must be able to interact with all levels of management within the business.
This position reports to the Senior Manager of Accounting and works closely with the Business

Responsibilities

Provide direction and support to the Business Units for General Accounting Month-end and Quarterly closing on various ERP systems i.e. SAP Oracle
Interface to IT regarding functionality in SAP/R3
Advanced Technical Accounting knowledge needed to analyze and resolve accounting topics independently.
Display a high level of critical thinking bring successful resolution to high impact to complex topics and ensure they are aligned with Client Financial Reporting Guidelines.
Build and maintain customer relations and provide support to various Business units and other departments.
Review processes to ensure alignment with SFRG and implement any necessary changes.
Support any training effort to the business based on guidelines.
Performs complex analyses of financial process flow to validate controls harmonize processes increase efficiencies and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
Review and approve very complex entries in accordance with IFRS.
Preparation and submittal of monthly and quarterly financial statement and analytics within strict timelines.
Responsible for various reconciliations and resolving accounting issues to reduce variances.
Coordination and preparation of Federal State and Property Tax Reports.
Participation in adhoc Projects including multi-phase integration projects
Extensive support for internal and external audit requirements

Required Knowledge / Skills and Experience

Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards. Knowledge of client Financial Reporting Guidelines preferred but not required.
Experience in addressing and resolving non-routine/complex accounting topics in a timely manner and satisfactory conclusions working with senior management and all levels of operational management.
Expert with Microsoft Tools i.e. Excel SQL Access etc.
The ability to work under tight timeline pressure and the capability to make quick decision with accuracy.
Must be able to multi-task prioritize and work independently or as part of a team.
Proven written and verbal communication skills to clearly communicate and present unusual and/or complex concepts or issues in a convincing manner across all levels of management.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Project management skills - ability to structure control and drive projects to successful completion.

Education

BS/BA in related discipline or advanced degree where required or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification may be required in some areas.
5-7 years public or 7 plus private accounting experience.

Business Units Supported

All business lines with core focus on accounting and controlling.
Role may support SA

Top Priorities (First 90 Days)

Inventory / Costing Focus

Handle tasks related to inventory processes SAP ACP processes.
Clear old stock sales orders.
Costing background strongly preferred due to complexity of inventory training.

GL Accounting

Prepare & park journal entries.
Prepare account reconciliations.
Provide GL team support on ad-hoc projects.

Challenges the Role Solves

Relieves current personnel constraints.
Allows senior staff more time to focus on higher-level tasks.

Stakeholders

Hiring managers
Senior Accountants
Controllers & Financial Analysts
Auditors (minimal interaction for selected tasks)

IFRS Topics Covered

Role touches all IFRS areas including revenue leases FX impairments.
Inventory accounting experience helpful but not required.

Close Timelines

Monthly close: Entries typically completed by U2 (2nd business day afternoon).
Quarterly close follows similar structure.

Systems & Tools

ERP

SAP: Preferable; minimum working knowledge is acceptable.
Oracle: Possible depending on team needs.

Microsoft Tools

Excel required (strong skills expected).
Other Tools
No specific BI or consolidation tools required.

Tax & Audit Work

Limited involvement.
May support the annual tax package by gathering SAP data.
Some support running detailed reports or pulling documentation for auditors.

Candidate Requirements

Must-Haves

Strong general accounting knowledge (debits/credits variance analysis).
Ability to perform analytics.
Strong communication skills (frequent business interaction).
Organizational skills.
Self-starter.
Inventory/costing knowledge (big plus).

Nice-to-Haves

CPA or accounting degree (strongly preferred but not required).
Experience with client SAP (custom environment) is a plus.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan offering strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The opportunity below is with one of our clients a leading global medical technology company. This organization provides a wide range of ...