SourcePro Search is conducting a search for an Account Specialist. The primary responsibilities of this role, as Account Specialist, are to:
• Preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for BHC LLC legal entity in accordance with the Bayer Group Reporting
• Preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for multiple smaller legal entities in accordance with the Bayer Group Reporting
• Perform multiple general ledger account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis for BHC LLC and other legal entities as needed
• Supporting the Executive Reporting function in the preparation of Bayer U.S. financial reports and the completion of various other internal reporting and ad-hoc tasks
• Leading as the subject matter expert on multiple topics such as fixed assets, intangible assets, provisions, etc… for purposes of ensuring accurate Bayer Group Reporting
• Coordinating the preparation process of annual local statutory financial statements and liaising with external auditors as needed
• Leading and/or participating in special projects as directed and needed, working closely with other members of the BHC GL and Reporting team and other members of the global accounting organization.
Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
• BA/BS with 6+ years of accounting experience, or MBA/MS with 3+ years of accounting experience, and working knowledge of basic requirements of financial reporting in a corporate environment
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Motivated and self-starting individual who has the ability to independently develop and implement solutions in a team oriented and collaborative environment while maintaining a positive attitude and energetic approach
• Flexibility, innovativeness, persistency and commitment to the successful completion of assignments and projects ensuring that all stakeholders and team members are connected and share in the learning experiences and opportunity
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels and with individuals from various parts of the global and local organization while portraying a positive representation and image of the central accounting group in an effort to facilitate and develop mutual respect among varying groups in the Accounting Platform
• Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguity and usage of sound judgment in making decisions
• Ability to bring new ideas and positive thinking into a team oriented environment where collaboration is key and knowledge sharing is essential
• Proven track record of surfacing and implementing forward-thinking initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA / MBA
- SAP system expertise.