Accounting Manager Job at WTW inc. in Fort Lee

Description The specific responsibilities of the Accounting Manager include: • Oversee general ledger accounting activities, ensuring financial accuracy, completeness and compliance with US GAAP, internal company policies and statutory reporting requirements. • Responsible for supervising day-to-day activities and staff in assigned accounting areas, including journal entry approval and review and certification of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations. • Educate and mentor regarding company policies and procedures as well as assist staff with resolving accounting questions. • Strong knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley requirements to develop and maintain accurate documentation and controls and ensure company compliance. • Develop and maintain accounting process narratives for key accounting workflows. • Develop and maintain documentation related to internal controls and ensure compliance. • Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual financial closes and preparation of financial statements with accuracy and timeliness. • Provide insightful commentary on financial results, trends and variances to accounting leadership. • Constantly evaluate the company’s financial processes, policies and procedures to implement best practices with a focus of continuous improvement and efficiency. • Coordinate external audit requests and assist with annual audit completion. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and monthly cash flow projections. • Maintain accurate and up to date financial records. • Communicate effectively with accounting team, Business and other stakeholders to resolve accounting issues. • Perform other duties as required to support the accounting department. • Special projects as needed. Qualifications What you need to be successful • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance • CPA required • 10+ years of broad accounting experience, including general ledger, payroll, SOX compliance, internal and external audit, financial statements consolidation, treasury and cash management with a solid understanding of US GAAP. • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting within a mid-large size organization. • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with proven track record in critical thinking and result driven execution. • Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills with ability to work well in a team environment • Highly motivated with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Holds self and others to high standards. • Dedicated to completing projects and tasks accurately and on time. • Impeccable integrity and confidentiality. • Strong Excel skills. • Fast paced environment. TRANZACT, a WTW Company, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet (https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/478/2019/03/Equal-Opportunity-is-the-Law-Poster-Supplement.pdf)