Accounting Project Specialist - Hired By Matrix : Job Details

At-a-Glance: Are you ready to build your career by joining an international automotive company? If so, our client is hiring an Accounting Project Specialist! Position Type:

• Contract
• On-site

Required:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance Required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• SAP experience in FI, CO and MM modules (preferred)
• Manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Read, write and speak German (preferred)
• Ability to act with integrity.
• Advanced Knowledge/ Skills:
  • Knowledge of US and IFRS accounting principles and internal control requirements.
  • Skills in Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis in MS Access and Excel.
  • Presentation and communication skills.
  • Process analysis skills.
  • SAP proficiency, especially in FI, CO, MM, SD modules.
  • Knowledge of the business.
  • Ability to:
    • Develop talent.
    • Review financial data and interpret results.
    • Be a self-starter with minimal supervision.
    • Communicate for results.
    • Focus on the customer.
• Expert Knowledge/ Skills:
  • Project management skills.
  • Problem-solving ability.
  • Proficiency in PC spreadsheets and general Windows environment.
  • General ledger and general account maintenance knowledge.
  • Ability to:
    • Initiate improvements.
    • Set direction.
    • Think analytically.
    • Takes ownership.
    • Work collaboratively.
    • Adapt to change.
    • Think strategically.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating the department project effort including scheduling, agreement with participants and overseeing testing, documentation, user training reporting on progress and results.
• Coordinates projects as agreed by management including planning, concept development, implementation, and documentation, testing and training.
• Represents the department in cross functional projects and coordinates the project needs with affected department members.
• Ensures accounting practices and reporting comply with IFRS principles guidelines.
• Reviews, maintains, and monitors the segregation of duties as represented by the system monitoring tool (BizRights APPROVA). Includes negotiating changes and mitigations with departments to maintain acceptable control.
• Develops and maintains Internal Control System (ICS) documentation including evaluating the effectiveness of controls and recommending changes.
• Coordinates ICS activities.
• Coordinates internal audit responses with departments.
• Assists with coordination of financial audits.

Get in Touch: We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Abishek at (201) ###-#### to learn more. #LI-SG1#HbM6349