| RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of th...RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
• Assist the Controller in the daily banking requirements.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions.
• Ensure the monthly and quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supports budget and forecasting activities.
• Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Responds to inquiries from the Director of Finance, Controller, and other finance and firm wide managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like.
• Work with the Controller to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit.
• Manage the general ledger to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year, monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements.
• Generate client invoices.
• Follow up on, collect and allocate payments.
• Perform bank accounts reconciliations.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
Required Competencies:
Specialized skills and knowledge:
Accounting, Corporate Finance, Reporting/Research Skills. Deadline oriented. GAAP/IFRS, familiar with Chinese accounting principles. Time management and General Math skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality requirements.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business with an emphasis in Accounting.
Professional Certification (CPA, CMA) or Master’s Degree preffered.
Technical Skills and Prior Experience
Four to seven years prior supervisory experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area. Experience working in a law firm or professional services firm is preferred.
Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-pace setting. Experience working with ERP systems. Must have strong experience with Microsoft Excel, Access and Word.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required.
High level of attention to accuracy and detail.
