Advance Auto Parts Looking for Financial Reporting Senior Accountant (Hybrid) at Raleigh, North Carolina Full Time

SUMMARY

The Financial Reporting Senior Accountant is responsible for financial reporting procedures in conjunction with period end close, including cash flows, covenant and other financial calculations, and other closing responsibilities, and participates in other Financial Reporting tasks including the research of technical issues, preparation of the monthly reporting package and assistance in preparation of SEC filings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Perform various financial reporting procedures in conjunction with period close, including preparation of the consolidated cash flow, covenant calculations and other closing responsibilities.
• Responsible for coordinating the period-end reporting package for executives, including working with Corporate Accounting to retrieve the FCCS financial statements and obtain fluctuation analyses from the appropriate process owners completing the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow variance analyses.
• Prepare journal entries and assigned account reconciliations on a period basis according to established schedule. Follow up with appropriate individuals for any needed corrections and prepare journal entries accordingly.
• Assist in on-going compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 and in maintenance of process narratives and control matrices for the Financial Close and Reporting Process.
• Assistance with preparation of SEC filings, including working with other personnel and departments to obtain the appropriate input and supporting documentation.
• Responsible for the completion and maintenance of the support binder for each filing, inclusive of Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs, Form 8-Ks and exhibits and earnings scripts.
• Perform technical accounting research, including knowledge of proposed rules, changes or interpretations issued by the FASB and SEC and suggest enhanced disclosures, if applicable, based on independent research.
• Prepare technical memos and analyses for complex or non-recurring transactions.
• Assist in quarterly reviews/year-end audits with internal and external auditors.
• Other financial reporting tasks or analysis as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Accounting System/ERP skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, conflict solving and negotiation skills.
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors and internal and external customers.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Must be a team player who also works well independently.
• Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations with respect to accounting treatments.
• Must be able to read, analyze, interpret and comprehend financial reports and legal documents.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner to common inquiries or complaints from team members, customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to management, vendors and other employees.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; and
• Certified Public Accountant license required; and
• 3-5 years related experience and/or training in SEC and/or Financial Reporting in industry required; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Public Accountant license required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.