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*who we are*the role*the staff accountant prepares monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to facilitate the monthly accounting close; records quarter-end andyear-end closing journal entries; research and explain monthly variances of balance sheet and p&l accounts; prepare ad-hoc analysisaround account balance differences along with proposed solution to resolve; supports inter-company transactions and reconciliations; and ensures accuracy and compliance of financial statement schedules in accordance with gaap and internal policies*what you'll do*- support the monthly close process and ensure that all assigned close activities are accurately completed in a timely manner- assist in the monthly preparation and upload of required data into cognos (consolidation system)- review, analyze and prepare monthly journal entries for month end close related to general corporate accounting processes- analyze large datasets and prepare accruals for various balance sheet accounts- support inter-company transactions and reconciliations- analyze balance sheet account variances and provide explanations for variances between actual and forecasted balances for income statement accounts- prepare detailed balance sheet account reconciliations, obtain corresponding support to verify accuracy of the financial numbers and resolve reconciling items timely- assist in identifying potential process improvements, documenting new policies and procedures, and contributing to sound internal control development- coordinate across cross-functional departments within the company to aide in analysis, research, and adherence to gaap accounting standards and internal policies- work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors- assist accounting manager and in ad hoc analysis and other projects- works with the internal/external auditors and prepare quarter end/year-end financial reporting schedules- must be flexible to work extended/flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, evenings, etc