Principal Accountant, Internal Controls

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Position Description

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Internal Controls, the Principal Accountant will perform the following responsibilities:

• Valuable contributor to the global organization by becoming an integral part of the design and operating effectiveness of the company’s internal control over financial reporting (ICFR).
• Knowledgeable about the company’s accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Managing the company’s quarterly internal control self-assessment process to ensure completion and evaluate any control deficiencies.  
• Perform annual materiality analysis to determine high-risk financial statement accounts and scoping of international locations.
• Preparation of quarterly internal control committee meeting slide decks.
• Coordinate the quarterly review of the company’s accounting policies & business practices.
• Assisting with the implementation of the company’s new internal controls software (AuditBoard).
• Communicate and collaborate with various accounting departments in support of their internal control responsibilities.
• Provide assistance with the execution and completion of various Special Projects.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following credentials/qualifications:

• Degree – bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA - CPA certification preferred.
• Experience – three or more years’ experience required.
• Applications – proficient in Microsoft Office products; experience with SAP/S4, Hyperion and AuditBoard a plus
• Personal Characteristics:

• Strong organization skills with great attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and effectively deliver accurate information.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to relate to diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative team member with strong oral and written communication skills.