Sr. Accountant

OPENTEXT 
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

The Opportunity:

The Senior Accountant for Regional RTR is responsible for maintaining accounts and records in various general accounting functions and performing complex accounting activities. This involves collecting and analyzing financial data, preparing, and posting journal entries to the general ledger, performing month-end close activities and account reconciliations. The role prepares report to ensure that transactions are accounted for 1) in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and company policies and procedures, and 2) internal controls in compliance with SOX initiatives.

The role also supports the Accounting Supervisor and Manager in various accounting functions and closing tasks. Resolves medium to complex issues. Provides ideas, research and support for process improvement and problem solving. This role can also be called upon to participate on special projects throughout the year.

 
You Are Great At:

• Preparation of monthly journal entries
• Preparation of monthly account reconciliation for key accounts using an account reconciliation tool
• Perform and meet month-end closing tasks
• Assist in the preparation of regional requirements on fluctuation and trend analysis and provide relevant explanation for any variance
• Assist in providing the internal and external auditors, and other stakeholders the local and legal entity audit requests, relevant financial reports, and other ad-hoc requirements.
• Effectively lead engagement and collaborate with relevant colleagues, customer and stakeholders with speed and quality.
• Responsible in ensuring agreed KPI/ SLA are met
• Responsible in ensuring all transaction processed are in compliance with internal controls.
• Responsible in staying current and up to date to any applicable new Accounting Standards in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in the implementation and documentation of internal control processes and related procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Supports in developing training and knowledge sharing to new hires and aids less experience team members.
• Assist the team on regular process review and identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
• Actively participate to any team meeting, quarterly business review, regular meetings with Corporate Accounting team, and other meetings as required.
• Participate to various employee engagement activities and GSSC programs

What It Takes:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy, Business or Finance related courses
• CPA Preferred
• Preferably with 5-8 years relevant experience in RTR (Records to Report) function or General Accounting.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in matters related to accounting and financial policies, procedures, and reporting.
• Analytical, critical, and creative thinking to identify problem and propose resolution.
• Strong attention to detail, and good documentation and organizational skills
• Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Exhibits good oral and written communication skill and effectively communicates with people of diverse interests and levels of authority
• Strong team player
• Computer literate with high proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Experience in SAP is required
• Experience in using Blackline is preferred
• Basic US GAAP required
• Knowledgeable in SOX is preferred
• Willing to work flexible hours

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