Accounting Supervisor

Job Description

Company:

Mercer

Description:

Responsibilities include overseeing day to day accounting functions and processes as well as reporting of financial information.Preparation of account reconciliations, journal entries and provision of Balance Sheet analyses.

Responsible for accuracy, timeliness and the general integrity of the accounting function and related reports. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.Duties may also include the preparation of required regulatory reporting – Participates in and/or lead projects affecting the department and its processes.

Supervises accounting staff as required.Provides guidance, advice and support to direct reports to ensure issues are resolved and addressed appropriately in a timely fashion.Has authority to assign, direct and evaluate work, as well as train and provide general direction to professional staff.

Assists with the maintenance and improvement of the internal control environment including general adherence and knowledge of SOX controls, SSAE16, and external audit procedures, as applicable.Ensures daily management activities are conducted in compliance with internal and external control requirements. May ensure that Statutory Accounts are properly maintained and reconciled in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting “Policy” procedures (GAAP).Adheres to the accounting principles and practices and regulatory environment and ensures these principles and practices are applied in the daily work.

Responds to ad hoc requests for financial information as well as operational analysis using various reporting tools as consistent with a global business leader.