Sr Manager, Technical Accounting - Atlanta, United States - Superior Essex

Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

This position will assist a group of professionals focused on providing technical accounting interpretation and implementation guidance associated with accounting standards. The position requires a detailed knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in areas such as: debt, equity, leases, revenue recognition, derivatives, annual valuations for goodwill, intangibles put option, and variable interest entities, etc. This position will also work with the companys consolidation team to ensure accurate financial statements.

This position will be in-charge of preparing quarterly financial reporting package and yearly financial statements for Cyprus, Superior Essex, Global magnet wire joint venture and Superior Essex ABL.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of US GAAP and IFRS standards and financial reporting guidelines, analytical and problem-solving skills and be comfortable interacting with all levels of the organization. Collaboration required with the global business units on financial reporting. Highly adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining an emphasis on quality. Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize competing projects and adhere to deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and prepare consolidated financial statements and footnotes in accordance with IFRS US GAAP.
• Assist with preparation of the holding companys consolidated financial statements and footnotes.
• Coordinate and assist with the annual impairment testing on goodwill and indefinite useful life intangibles and the annual valuation.
• Stay up to date with current accounting standards, interpret, and implement newly issued accounting standards. Asist with understanding impact of adoption of new accounting standards on financial statements and coordinate implementation with accounting people in global business units.
• Assist with accounting research, provide recommendations on the application of accounting standards, and document the Companys position with respect to accounting matters.
• Assist with the documentation and maintenance of accounting policies.
• Update and maintain internal control procedures and provide supporting documentation to internal and external auditors regarding completion of control procedures.
• Assist with the annual valuation, financial statement preparation and audit for the post-retirement employee benefit plans.
• Assist in OneStream Consolidation and FP A system implementation and any ad hoc projects.
• Coordinate external audit on consolidated financial statements and work with external auditors and subject matter experts on the timely resolution of technical accounting matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to research accounting literature and reach conclusions.
• Must be a highly organized, meticulous self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Performs well under pressure and effectively balances multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of internal control concepts, including documentation requirements
• Detail oriented.
• Bilingual - Korean
• Knowledge of ERP and Financial reporting tools is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related
• 8+ years of experience in the financial area including technical accounting, financial reporting, or consolidation related experience.
• Experience working through ambiguity to communicate clear accounting positions and operational solutions.
• Strong internal control experience
• Public accounting experience
• Accounting experience with multi-national operations (preferred)
• IFRS experience

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPA Certification

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in MS Office Excel
• Experience or knowledge of ERP system and financial reporting tools such as in BusinessObjects or OneStream is a plus.