Senior Accountant - Accounting Policy

: Overview: Performs research and analysis in areas of key interest and assists in the Company's involvement in the public comment letter process as needed. Maintains current and active knowledge of all pertinent industry accounting developments and relevant SEC developments and communicates to management as needed. Communicates to all internal parties the potential impact of pending accounting developments on the Company's financial statements or financial processes. Actively participates in industry accounting trade organizations.Accounting ImplementationCarries out strategic initiatives of the department and the Company as it relates to assessment of emerging accounting guidance and the impact to the Company's financial statements, acquisition due diligence and related purchase accounting projects, and assessment of complex financial and investment-related transactions. Coordinates and leads implementation of new accounting guidance, changes to current processes and the execution of strategic analysis reports in consultation with management, supporting departments and third parties. Works with minimal supervision and is responsible for making an established range of decisions, escalating to manager when necessary and updating manager on a regular basis.Special ProjectsWorks on key strategic initiatives for the Company and the department. These initiatives can range from accounting-related matters, process improvement opportunities or other projects assigned by management. Functions as either a key subject matter expert or as a project lead on these projects. Responsibilities: What you will do:

• Prepares strategic analysis to quantify impact of emerging accounting guidance to the Company and coordinates initiatives to adopt emerging accounting guidance, including the deployment of departmental resources and subsidiary accounting departments. Performs accounting research and analysis for proposed complex financial transactions and provides accounting guidance for management.
• Carries out strategic initiatives of the Company related to the acquisition due diligence process, including responding to historical and proforma financial information requests and the preparation of the purchase accounting analysis. Assists in the integration of acquisitions for financial statement purposes.
• Prepares strategic and analytical analysis of complex financial and investment related transactions. Coordinates with department and subsidiary management to ensure proper accounting treatment for complex and significant transactions.
• Assists in the implementation of new reporting requirements, including working with subsidiaries to ensure proper recording and adjusting financial statement layouts to reflect new requirements.
• Reviews the preparation of annual audited financial statements including coordination with external auditors on accounting policy and financial statement disclosure matters.
• Assists in the preparation of research analysis and comment letters in connection with the Company's strategic involvement with industry trade groups. Stays current on pertinent industry accounting developments and relevant SEC developments.
• Stays current on trends in our business, networking and being aware of our competitors' strategies and major operational initiatives.
• Implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing and improving the department's procedures.
• Provides lead role on cross-functional special project teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree In accounting - Required
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience interpreting, utilizing and applying statutory and GAAP accounting rules and regulations. - Required
• Demonstrated experience successfully acting as the lead on projects as well as a resource to other accountants. - Required
• Demonstrated experience working where independent decision-making has been necessary. Proven experience must include identifying and resolving problems where independent decision-making and initiative is required. - Preferred
• Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying and quantifying problems and providing effective resolutions. - Required
• Proven ability to interpret financial statements and apply a broad business perspective in summarizing results. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management. - Preferred
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information to internal and external customers in a clear, focused and concise manner. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including project development, organization and completion. Cite examples of project management skills in planning, executing and maintaining a project from start to finish. - Required
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail with excellent organization skills. Cite examples of organization and time management/methods used to manage or prioritize workload demands. - Required
• Proven strong leadership skills and flexibility to lead a team of associates from cross-functional areas towards a common goal/vision. Demonstrated successful experience in problem-solving situations. - Preferred
• Proficient in general ledger accounting and spreadsheet applications. - Preferred
• Working knowledge of word processing and presentation applications. - Required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified public accountant with CPE requirements met or candidate pursuing CPA certification - Preferred

Work Setting/Position Demands:

• Works in an office setting and remains in a stationary position for long periods of time while working at a desk, on a computer or with other standard office equipment, or while in meetings.
• Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
• Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
• Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style on a regular basis.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Performs substantial movement of wrists, hands, and fingers for continuous computer work.
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.

Travel Requirements:

• None