GENERAL PURPOSE
The international financial reporting analyst will ensure the accuracy and compliance of affiliate financial statements with US GAAP, facilitate timely processing and distribution, and support various financial and operational tasks. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and organization. Responsibilities include month-end close procedures, SOX documentation, corporate schedule preparation, audit reconciliation, cash flow submissions, and greenhouse gas emission calculations. International travel up to 10% may be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review of monthly/quarterly affiliate financial statements for compliance with US GAAP
Process and distribute financial statements on a timely basis
Prepare PeopleSoft journal entries and reconciliation to affiliate financial statements
Prepare month-end close binder and SOX internal control documentation
Prepare and assist with the distribution of quarterly corporate schedules
Assist with reconciliation of affiliate audit reports to financial statements
Assist with the submission of weekly cash flow to Treasury department
Assist with preparation of greenhouse gas emission calculations and consolidation
Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree, Accounting required
2+ years job-related experience required
US CPA or working towards CPA certification required
Big 4 public accounting experience preferred
Bilingual Spanish or French preferred
Proficient in MS Office with advanced skills in Excel
Experience with reporting financials in accordance with US GAAP
Experience with PeopleSoft Financials is a plus

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and interact with overseas affiliate location management
Excellent verbal/written communication skills, especially as it relates to presenting technical accounting concepts with the ability to clearly and confidently communicate issues and any necessary changes with affiliate financial statements
High attention to detail and deadline-oriented
Highly organized with the ability to keep track of accounting issues and follow-up with multiple affiliates
Must be able to travel up to 10% internationally to countries in Africa, South American and/or the Caribbean

Job Details

FINANCIAL REPORTING ANALYST