Accounting Analyst

Position Summary:

Sikich is seeking anAnalystwith3-5 years of experience to join our team,who can perform core accounting tasksAdditionally, the candidate will also be responsible for fostering relationships with US project leads.The ideal candidate must have experience in US GAAP general accounting and financial statement preparation.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Perform daily accounting activities including AP management and AR management.
• Create and send invoices for clients.
• Manage payroll for clients.
• Perform monthly close activities.
• Prepare financial statements.
• Create and manage reports, budgets, cash-flow models, and supplemental reports.
• Prepare sales and payroll tax returns.
• Develop one-on-one relationships with US-based project leads.
• Ensure that reports sent to clients are accurate and sent within scheduled timeframes.
• Drive quality project deliverables.
• Progressively enhance leadership skills and guide Associates on delivery work.
• Participate in Training and Development to hone skills of peers and self.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, master’s degree in accounting is a plus.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Organizational skills to provide client reports within scheduled time frames.
• Proactive approach to accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks™ and other US accounting systems.
• Proficiency in intermediate Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possesses a combination of both problem-solving and innovation skills to attend to several technical production challenges.