This position is responsible for providing support to the General Accounting team within the Enterprise Service Center (ESC). This position oversees and manages the financial records related to expenses and balance sheet; ensures that software and other tools are available and functional to efficiently and effectively process accounts; ensures that process flows and accountabilities are clearly defined and followed to maintain strong internal controls and safeguard the assets of ABM Industries; manages a team that performs the processing of cash, bank, accounts payable, prepaid expenses, commissions and other general expenses accounting records; ensures that appropriate accounting related training is provided; ensures that appropriate benchmarks are in place to monitor performance of personnel and systems; and oversees process improvement efforts.
Benefit Information:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Employee Benefits | Staff & Management
Job Responsibilities:
- Review expense dashboards (i.e. credit cards, utilities, etc.) to analyze month-over-month and against budget variances and collaborate with Operation/Field
- Analyze variances >90 days aging items, reconciling them on balance sheet
- Actively support Operations/Fields Managers with inquires dealing with accounts payable, prepaid expenses, commissions and other expenses and providing relevant financial analysis
- Manage the compilation of the Tax Year End Schedule (YES) Package, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and coordinating with the tax department
- Review process maps and perform internal controls to ensure SOX compliance
- Drive and support month-end and year-end close efforts for Record-to-Report processes including assisting with accruals, reclasses, adjustments, and account reconciliations; ensure individual and team deadlines and deliverables are met accurately and timely
- Work with the relevant teams to drive and manage process improvements, up and downstream, in the Record-to-Report processes
- Provide leadership, coaching, support & problem-solving assistance to staff accountants
- Ensure the team is engaged in delivering service based on established principles
- Support the implementation and maintenance of systems, and policies and procedures, to ensure adherence to company guidelines and accounting standards
- Maintain culture of service. This culture includes developing and maintaining relationships with the field operations teams, ESC teams, and stakeholders and partners in Source-to-Pay, FP&A, IT, HR, Internal Audit, and others. Ensure there is two-way communication and a feedback loop to optimize process outcomes
- Support robust communication plans and maintain open lines of communication with counterparts, clients, and stakeholders, including routine insights on pre-planned cadences
- Support International locations to ensure consistent practices
- Assist with quarter and year-end audit requests
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline; CPA preferred
- 4+ years of Record-to-Report and accounting experience, preferably with exposure to general accounting, within a Shared Services Environment
- Experience with Oracle Cloud Finance (OCF) General Ledger (GL); OCF Portfolio Management (PPM); OCF Smart View; OCF Reports; Account Reconciliation System (ARCS); Enterprise Journals highly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; PowerBI experience highly preferred
- Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Understanding of the source-to-pay process highly preferred
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline
- CPA
- 4+ years of Record-to-Report and accounting experience, preferably within a Shared Services environment
- Experience with Oracle Cloud Finance (GL), OCF Portfolio Management (PPM), OCF Smart View, OCF Reports, Account Reconciliation System (ARCS), Enterprise Journals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- PowerBI experience
- Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Understanding of the source-to-pay process
ABM Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, with some options described as strong (including no‑deductible choices) and added features to support condition management alongside expanded wellness benefits. Programs such as an Employee Assistance Program and FSA/HSA options further support physical and mental wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan with company match and immediate vesting supports long‑term savings. Complementary protections like life, AD&D, and disability insurance bolster financial security.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks such as paid holidays, vacation and sick/bereavement time, commuter benefits, and discount programs are part of the offering. An emergency relief fund for financial hardship provides additional practical support for eligible employees.
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