Accounting Consultant - Remote

About the position Responsibilities • Assist in monthly and quarterly close processes, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations. • Research and resolve account and transaction issues as needed. • Serve as a resource to others within the Controllership, ensuring timely preparation of journal entries and deliverables. • Review Shared Services ledger balances during close and investigate variances. • Complete special projects as required. • Communicate effectively with business partners including finance and key business individuals. • Create process improvements including automation and centralization based on work experiences. • Support the internal control structure around U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley by maintaining process documentation. • Prepare quarterly income statement and balance sheet fluctuation analysis. • Assist with testing of CDO operated controls as needed. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant accounting experience. • 3+ years of professional accounting experience. • Solid understanding and practical application of U.S. GAAP. • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio). • Experience with general ledger/sub-ledger accounting applications. Nice-to-haves • Public accounting experience and/or CPA designation. • Health care industry experience. • Technical and functional skills necessary to prepare and analyze account reconciliations. • Understanding of internal controls and experience with documenting processes. • Solid analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Experience with process improvement initiatives. • Ability to prioritize workload and handle ad-hoc requests. • Experience with PeopleSoft and/or Blackline. Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package • Incentive and recognition programs • Equity stock purchase • 401k contribution