Corporate Controller, General Ledger - New York, United States - Newmark

Newmark

Verified Company

New York, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Knowledge and Targeted Competencies

Advanced knowledge of US GAAP, accounting for business combinations and consolidation accounting, required
Strong knowledge of commercial real estate, preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills as well as impeccable attention to detail
Ability to multitask and handle several deadlines simultaneously
Strong analytical, problem solving and decisionmaking skills
Advanced excel skills, required Experience with Oracle, Coupa, Workiva and FloQast, a plus

Salary:
$200,000 - $225,000 annually**The expected base salary for this position ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short
- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Key Accountabilities

Oversee the monthend close process and group consolidation for Newmark entities with a high focus on the accuracy of financial information and adherence to US GAAP and close timelines
Manage the close tool, including holding the various accounting teams accountable for their close timeline
Review and suggest journal entries as needed, including reviewing account reconciliations, intercompany reconciliation, subledger reconciliations, as well as purchase accounting entries
Review the monthly consolidated income statement and balance sheet analytics
Collaborate with the financial planning and analysis team on the monthend close process and related analytics and reporting
Collaborate with the M&A accounting and management teams, as well as with an external valuation firm on the valuation and related accounting for the business combinations
Oversee the accounts payable process, including identifying improvement opportunities and collaborate with the procurement, technology, and business teams on driving efficiencies
Oversee the global compliance and statutory tax reporting and ensure compliance rules are adhered to in the various countries
Prepare technical accounting position papers, as required, and assist with the documentation of policies and procedures
Work with the CAO on automation and finance transformation projects as well as support in integrating acquired entities
Support the CAO with integrating foreign entities
Monitor the development and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, the FASB, and the PCAOB, among others. As well as assess the related financial and reporting impact of those rules, as applicable
Create and distribute accurate internal reports to various stakeholders across the organization, as required
Provide excellent customer service by proactively managing escalated issues and bringing them to resolution
Maintain a system of effective controls, policies, and procedures over monthend activities
Manage and coach a team with a strong focus on team development
Assist in the preparation of US GAAP financial statements and related disclosures
Collaborate with the internal audit team on establishing and maintaining controls
Coordinate with external auditors regarding the financial audit, group controls testing, as well as the statutory audits
Other duties and adhoc projects as assigned

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), required
10*15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 6 or more years of supervisory experience
Combination of Big 4 experience and private industry, required
Experience working in a public company, preferred
Prior experience designing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures in a SOX environment, required
Experience working in large multinational businesses across multiple geographical entities, preferred
Experience working in a multifunction shared services and/or offshore environment, a plus