In 1965, Clark Abt expressed a single, noble goal-to create a world free of war and poverty. The visionary set to work establishing Abt Associates. Over the next half century, the company became known as a bold, innovative and effective agent of social change, committed to improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. Today, Abt ...
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As a corporate accountant you will be part of the Controllership group responsible for global corporate accounting, including account reconciliation, general ledger management, financial reporting, and internal control processes. You will report to the Senior Accounting Manager and work across Abt to ensure company and governmental accounting procedures are followed.
Core Responsibilities
Prepares account reconciliations and analyses
Identifies researches and resolves reconciling items as needed
Applies technology to accounting, financial reporting and internal control processes to ensure the most efficient and effective processes.
Assists in the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and analyses for distribution to senior management and the board of directors
Helps to ensure financial statements comply with generally accepted accounting principles
Helps to ensure financial statements are professionally presented according to best practices in the industry
Identifies, designs and implements process improvements in accordance with best practices within the industry
Assists with the preparation of compliance reports for issuance to financial institutions
Participates in the evaluation of internal controls for internal compliance
Makes recommendations for new controls or improvements to existing controls, as appropriate
Works with the Senior Accounting Manager to perform control related audits, as necessary
Prepares audit schedules and responds to audit inquiries. Monitors the timely completion of assigned month and year end closing tasks.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned
Perform complex accounting activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate GL and the resultant managerial reports and financial statements
What We Value
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of and experience with enterprise level general ledger systems (Oracle preferred).
Excellent communications skills.
Strong work ethic and a team player.
Must be a critical thinker and problem solver and able to question what is and recommend what should be.
Bachelor’s Degree + Five years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Three years of relevant experience
Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant strongly preferred.
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