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Performs a variety of routine technical accounting and/or auditing work, which requires the application of accounting theory and practices.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs professional-level accounting duties such as:
• Performing and reviewing reconciliations with applicable support
• Preparing work papers, amortization schedules and reports
• Examines a variety of accounting documents to verify accuracy of computations
• Ensures transactions are in accordance with applicable authority, policies, procedures, and are
recorded consistent with acceptable accounting standards
• Provides assistance to field staff to demonstrate or explain financials
• Prepares accounting reports utilizing manual methods and/or computer software
• Demonstrates or explains accounting practices and procedures as requested
• Prepares variance analysis on assigned accounts.
• Uploads journal entries on monthly basis.
• May prepare foreign currency translations.
• Prepares various reports for compliance with GAAP regulations.
• Responds to SOX and internal/external audit requests as needed.
• Leads special projects as necessary.
• Leads and provides guidance to lower level accounting staff.
• This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline
Experience
• Four (4) years of Full-cycle accounting experience with emphasis on financial data analysis and
process improvements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Understanding of accounting principles, GAAP
• Ability to work independently, prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines
• Advanced Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Excel Automation Add-ins, Power Point
and Power BI) experience a must.
• Ability to take the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as
seek guidance from supervisor.
• Strong analytical, organization, multi-tasking and problem solving skills.
• Strong written/verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong data analysis, involving large data volumes, and presentation skills.
• Utilize automation tools and software to streamline routine tasks and increase efficiency.
• Demonstrates knowledge of process review, documentation and recommends improvements
Postal Code: 77019
Category (Portal Searching): Finance and Accounting
Job Location: US-TX - Houston
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What We Do
Service Corporation International (NYSE:SCI), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is North America’s leading provider of death care products and services. As of September 30, 2016, SCI operates 1,531 funeral service locations and 471 cemeteries (including 262 combination locations), which are geographically diversified across 45 states, eight Canadian provinces, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Through its businesses, SCI markets the Dignity Memorial® brand which offers assurance of quality, value, caring service and exceptional customer satisfaction. In January 2016, SCI was presented with the J.D. Power President’s Award in recognition of an ongoing dedication to service excellence including quality improvement, customer satisfaction and the development of enduring client relationships. For more information about Service Corporation International, please visit www.sci-corp.com. For more information about Dignity Memorial, please visit www.dignitymemorial.com. As used herein, “SCI” or the “Company” refers to Service Corporation International and all of its affiliated companies.
