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Western Digital Capital

Lead Senior GL Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Western Digital Capital, San Jose, California, United States, 95199


Lead Senior GL Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Full-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 100,300.00-142,100.00Business Function: AccountingLocation (Secondary): Irvine Office--LOC_WDT_USCA01At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional looking to take their career to the next level. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively execute in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving business environment and possess excellent attention to detail. The Senior GL Accountant will report to the Senior Accounting Manager and will play a critical role in managing the Company’s general ledger, including in the areas of derivatives and foreign currency activities, and the related month-end close & reconciliation process. This position will make key contributions by partnering with other functions, such as Treasury and Tax, to ensure our general ledger accounts are maintained appropriately. This role will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with established internal controls and prepare supporting audit schedules.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare journal entries and analyses for more complex areas of accounting, such as derivatives, forward contracts, foreign currency matters, and joint venture investments.Prepare account reconciliations on a monthly basis and ensure outstanding reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis.Partner with other functions, such as Treasury and Tax, and provide guidance regarding accounting matters.Support new business initiatives and implement relevant new processes.Support accounting team in month-end / quarter-end close process.Prepare month-end close presentation and related reporting activities for Interest and Other Expense.Prepare and establish formal monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis for related accounts.Develop, enhance or maintain an effective internal control environment.Be proactive in providing recommendations regarding process improvements, improved productivity, service quality, increased internal controls and cost saving measures; and implement such approved measures.Perform other related duties or ad hoc projects.Work with external auditors during quarterly, interim and annual audits.Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.Active CPA license is preferred.5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a global publicly-traded company.Treasury experience is a plus.Strong knowledge of US GAAP and proficiency with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance.Experience working with global financial systems, preferably Oracle and SAP.Experience working with automated hedging solutions, preferably Hedge Trackers.Extensive knowledge and use of analytical tools such as Microsoft Excel and PowerBI.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a good team player to solve problems and work with colleagues globally.Must have the ability to execute multiple tasks, while remaining detail oriented with high commitment to quality, and able to adhere to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across the organization.Passion in managing implementation of technology and executing process improvements.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above.Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, ability, knowledge of the job, performance, contribution, results, geographic location, shift, internal and external equity, and business and organizational needs.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; and other voluntary benefit programs.

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