Responsible for reporting and analyzing accounting activity related to the 401(k), pension,
and post-retirement benefit plans of ABS and its ailiated companies. This role also
supports the preparation of consolidated financial statements and coordinates requests
for periodic and ad hoc financial analyses, as well as related reporting.
What You Will Do:
- Assist with benefit plan audits, the preparation of financial statements, and the filing of
Form 5500s. - Support the preparation of annual consolidated financial statements and related
footnotes in accordance with U.S. GAAP. - Assist in preparing quarterly financial statements by collecting, consolidating, and
analyzing financial data. - Prepare quarterly balance sheet variance analyses and explain significant fluctuations.
- Assist in coordinating the Company's annual external audit.
- Prepare schedules and other supporting documentation required for the annual external
audit. - Support the implementation of new accounting policies and procedures across the
accounting organization. - Assist with cash flow reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, as needed.
- Provide support to management teams and department heads with monthly forecasting
and reporting, as needed. - Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses upon request.
- Assist with lease accounting and the administration of related software.
What You Will Need:
Required/Preferred Education and Experience- Requires a minimum of 5 years of accounting and financial experience; 2 or more years of
public accounting and relevant industry experience are preferred. - Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or Master's degree (M.A.) in Accounting
- CPA Preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Proficiency in Microsoft Oice, including advanced Excel capabilities.
- Experience with Oracle (R12) and Hyperion HFM/SmartView preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate reports, manage multiple
priorities, and meet deadlines. - Self-motivated and accountable, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and
ownership of work. - Results-driven, with a strong focus on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality
outcomes. - Ability to execute assignments effectively and follow through to completion.
- Well-developed analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports directly to a Manager or Director of Corporate Reporting.
Notice:
This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company's verification that the candidate is a "U.S. Person" or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. "U.S. Persons" are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.
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