Client offers software franchises for data, automation, insight and collaboration across private, public, managed and sovereign cloud environments providing mission-critical software to more than 100 million users worldwide.

Lead Accountant Responsibilities:

Record lease entries in accordance with ASC 842

Responsible for the US general ledger which includes cash, prepaids, fixed assets ,accrual and payroll.

Support accounting month end processes, which may include preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations in accordance with established close schedule

Provide monthly balance sheet variance analysis and reporting

Assist with ongoing account reconciliation and specific projects by reviewing and researching assigned accounts. Ensure the general ledger accounts are resolved and reconciled on a timely basis. This may entail the review of account reconciliations with management.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to obtain transaction information, research reconciling items, and resolve issues

Work with cross-functional teams to obtain necessary information to create monthly/quarterly accruals and ensure financial transaction are properly recorded

Maintain records, supporting documentation in an organized manner

Liaise with internal and external audit for mid-year and year-end audit support

Ensure compliance with internal procedures and controls

Provide accounting support to the Controller and Managers on special projects and other duties as necessary

Required Experience/Skills:

Fully in office position

8 8 to 10 years of experience in corporate / GL function or combination with public accounting experience

Ability to prioritize workload to achieve on time accurate results

Work in a structured manner and able to effectively complete tasks with minimal supervision

A sense of ownership and curiosity to learn new skills

Strong analytical skills with a holistic understanding of how accounting processes align with broader objectives

Ability to be flexible and comfortable with changing requirements

Effective communicator with ability to influence at all levels of an organization

Detail-oriented with the ability to solve problems and implement best practices through teamwork and collaboration

Experience with a large ERP system, Oracle Fusion a plus

Ability to work with global and cross-functional teams

Proficiency with MS Excel

Experience with tight deadlines and timeliness for work performed

High attention to details and accuracy, excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Strong analytical skills and problem -solving abilities

Eagerness to learn and tackle challenges in a rapidly growing and dynamic environment