Accountant Location: New York, NY Duration: 6+ Months Project Responsibilities:
Report to Senior Manager in Deferred Cash Compensation Accounting Team
Perform General Ledger Operations & monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closes
Financial reporting for all aspects of global deferred cash compensation accounting including amortization, forecasting and relevant disclosures (10K/Q, standalone statutory entity and Client Bank (FRB) related reporting)Accounting and reporting for investments associated with compensation plans (Fair value disclosure, regulatory capital and risk along with FRB reporting)
Develop and implement new accounting processes in response to emerging guidance, evolving industry standards, corporate transactions and new plans
Provide guidance to HR, Executive Compensation, Tax, Legal Entity and Segment Controllers on accounting implications for any new plan design, plan modifications, company and industry issues and new guidance and regulations
Maintain and update strong control environment/audit documentation
Oversee documentation and improvements related to SOX Compliance
Respond and interact with various internal clients (Executive Compensation, Tax, Business Unit Controllers, Payroll and Information Technology Team) and external auditors.
Skills Required:
BS in Accounting/Finance
3 to 5 years of accounting experience, deferred compensation/investment accounting a plus
Strong technical accounting, research and analytical skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Access is a plus
Ability to quickly adapt and learn software applications
