What does a great Senior Accountant do?

We are recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join our Business Unit accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly journal entries for posting to the general ledger along with monthly general ledger account reconciliations. Analyze, verify, and record financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure documentation of reconciliation and journal entry procedures are maintained as changes occur. Assist in the monthly financial close process. Make recommendations for continual and proactive process improvement. Identify potential control weaknesses and suggest solutions to strengthen controls. Function as a liaison between Accounting, Finance, Product and Operations. Participate in cross-functional projects as subject matter expert to support business, regulatory, and other operational changes. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills capable of thriving in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

As a Senior Accountant, you can look forward to :

• Analyzing, verifying, and recording financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner
• Assisting in the monthly financial close process, including preparing journal entries for posting to the general ledger along with monthly general ledger account reconciliations
• Responsible for performing various tasks in accordance to Sarbanes Oxley requirements
• Reporting, analysis and understanding of respective balance sheets
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting in support of assigned business units
• Providing timely and accurate financial information to management
• Supporting internal and external audit activities and inquires
• Ensuring that financial information is fairly presented in accordance with GAAP and Company policies
• Ensuring documentation of all processes and procedures are maintained as changes occurs

Basic Qualifications for consideration:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience with at least 4 plus years accounting experience.

Job Related Experience:

• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial statement presentation
• Accounting experience using SAP, Oracle or any other ERP system a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Access
• Basic understanding and working knowledge of current accounting and financial reporting issues and practices (U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations).

Functional Area Skills/ Knowledge:

• Structured mindset with process/continuous improvement orientation
• Proven ability to interface with various partners and customers
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and financial skills with a track record of execution against deliverables
• Creative self-starter with strong initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently as well as contribute to a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Learn more about Fiserv:

To support the total well-being of our associates, Fiserv takes a broad approach to our benefits. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides flexibility and affordability with a variety of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability options.

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