International SOS
Accounting Manager Job at International SOS in Phoenix
International SOS, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85003
Overall Purpose of The Job
The Accounting Manager is responsible for financial processes and the ongoing financial support/analysis necessary to support the business. They are responsible for Group and Statutory audits, process improvement, and automation. Overseeing the work of 2-3 direct reports. The Accounting Manager supports all Medaire regions.
Key responsibilities
Accounting/Auditing
International SOS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
The Accounting Manager is responsible for financial processes and the ongoing financial support/analysis necessary to support the business. They are responsible for Group and Statutory audits, process improvement, and automation. Overseeing the work of 2-3 direct reports. The Accounting Manager supports all Medaire regions.
Key responsibilities
Accounting/Auditing
- Responsible for month-end closing processes to include but is not limited to journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Leads the year-end Group and Statutory audits as well as Group Internal Audits for all entities under scope. Including managing all walkthroughs for accounting and audits.
- Responsible for capital activities (journal entries, capital authorizations, fixed assets, etc.). and associated quarterly/annual roll forwards.
- Leads the Accounts Payable team to timely and accurate recording of transactions.
- Driving automation around all accounting processes.
- Assist the team with timely and complete monthly and quarterly reporting - for Regional & Financial reporting as well as local management reporting requirements.
- Successful Management of workload among different team members and drives optimization and automation of tasks and processes.
- Assists in Developing cross-training and backup solutions for all accounting tasks processing.
- Assists in the Development, implementation, and monitoring of the effectiveness of internal controls, processes, and associated desktop instructions.
- Acts as mentor for other Finance team members helping to up-skill the technical capabilities across the team.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Ensures that the Financial Applications accurately record the performance of the MedAire entities, and create templates and data transfers as needed.
- Acts as technical go-to owner on some of the systems used.
- Assist on system upgrades, new implementations, and other ad-hoc projects as defined by the Controller.
- Assists in Continuously reviewing work processes to ensure efficient workflow to maximize staff efficiency and quality of information flow with other departments.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- Certified Public Accountant preferred even if not with active status.
- Ten (10) plus years of progressive experience in the areas of accounting, finance, financial reporting, financial analysis, and driving process improvements.
- Highly effective analytics, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/etc.) as well as with accounting and financial software (Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, etc.)
- Experience working in a multinational organization with oversight for accounting, tax, and audit across multiple Legal entities and/or Geographies.
- Knowledge/understanding/application of Accounting, Finance, and Internal Control principles/processes, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Advanced analysis of financial data as well as the ability to prepare financial reports and management reports (standard/ad hoc)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with U.S. and international associates
- Ability to work in a team environment including strong influencing skills and the ability to deliver results in a matrix reporting environment.
- Advanced Excel and problem-solving skills
- Experience in leading and managing other team members, ideally teams bigger than seven (7) across multiple functions (GL, AP, Billing, etc.)
- Experience in talent acquisition, retention, and upskilling.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Acute attention to detail
- Multi-tasker, ability to handle high-pressure deadlines in a driven environment.
- Self-starter
- Change agent.
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Fluent English
- Minimal travel required.
International SOS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.