A Day in the Life:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for General Ledger account reconciliations and monthly journal entry preparations. Ensures compliance with Hertz policies, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Assist in driving continuous process and procedural improvements.
We expect the starting salary to be around $85,000; the actual salary will be determined based on years of relevant work experience.
What You’ll Do:
- Reconcile and/or approve assigned general ledger accounts of highest-level complexity (with corresponding evidential support)
- Assist in facilitation and completion monthly close procedures
- Provide quarter end and year end reporting deliverables to tax and financial reporting teams
- Complete SOX 404 controls related to critical accounting processes
- Analyze accounts to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis, and proper accounting procedures have been followed
- Ensure all necessary journal entries (including accruals) to ensure expenses and income are properly recorded in the correct accounting period.
- Investigate and report to the manager any inconsistencies or improprieties.
- Prepare financial reports, charts, tables and other exhibits as requested
- Train new employees and ensure training material/documentation is kept current
- Projects as assigned by Management.
- Work with both external and internal audit teams as needed
- Maintains a ‘Best practice sharing culture’, always striving to find ways to improve service and change mind set.
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum 3+ years of Accounting Experience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting and CPA eligible preferred
- Working knowledge of MS Excel
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Strong analytical and accounting skills.
- Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.
- The individual will be expected to work with minimal up-front guidance and take ownership of his / her work product.
What You’ll Get:
- Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz rental
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
- Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
- Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
- Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
- Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
- Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
Skills Required
- Minimum 3+ years of accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- CPA eligible
- Working knowledge of MS Excel
- Thorough understanding of GAAP
- Experience with general ledger reconciliations and monthly journal entries
- Experience completing SOX 404 controls and maintaining internal controls
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal guidance
What We Do
Hertz. We're here to get you there. The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®, Carfirmations, Mobile Wi-Fi and unique vehicles offered through the Adrenaline, Dream, Green and Prestige Collections set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, The Hertz Corporation owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation, operates the Firefly vehicle rental brand and Hertz 24/7 car sharing business in international markets and sells vehicles through Hertz Car Sales.
