ERP Implementation and Accounting Systems
• Assist with leading the ERP implementation within the finance area, specifically the General Ledger, Cash Management, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Projects, and Lease modules.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and controls to ensure the integrity of the new ERP system.
• Identify ways to improve processes and create efficiency of the financial close process, including working towards standardized processes across all entities.
• Research and implement new accounting pronouncements as needed.
Monthly and Annual Financial Processes
• Own the monthly general accounting close process for North America, ensuring the accuracy of items such as departmental and employee-related accruals, media accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, lease assets and liabilities, cloud assets, and debt.
• Lead the annual North America external audit by overseeing the overall process and responding timely and accurately to audit requests.
• Analyze and report on material variances on the North America balance sheet and income statement.
• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual footnote disclosure for areas within your responsibility (i.e., debt, leases, etc.).
• Respond to various government surveys and census reports.
Collaboration and Support
• Partner with the legal and tax departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting of professional fees.
• Support Risk Management process by coordinating the collection and review of data required for annual insurance renewals.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Ability to lead complex special projects as needed.
Lease Accounting
• Responsible for oversight of global Lease accounting and disclosure in accordance with ASC 842.