ESG-Accountant, Assoc [AQ-21862]

About the Role

This is an entry-level position offering direct contribution to the financial transparency and integrity of a major public company. You will play a crucial role in shaping how financial performance is communicated to stakeholders, directly impacting critical regulatory filings and investor relations. This role is designed for growth, exposing you to public company financial reporting, U.S. GAAP, and financial statement disclosures, while building essential technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and filing of essential regulatory reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Support the development and release of earnings announcements and other external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the External Reporting team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Engage cross-functionally with various internal teams, including Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A, and Corporate Accounting.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures and their supporting documentation.
• Develop a strong understanding of business systems, processes, controls, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and post journal vouchers for basic accounting transactions.
• Research basic accounting issues and transactions, including related internal controls.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• A working knowledge of US GAAP or country-specific accounting principles.
• Basic understanding of financial statements.
• Experience with business systems, processes, controls, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• No previous accounting experience is required.
• A strong interest in financial reporting, compliance, and technical accounting.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a corporate environment.
• A proactive approach to developing technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.