Accountant

Job title:

Accountant

Company

International SOS

Job description

International SOS is the world’s leading medical and security services company with over 12,000 employees working in 1,000 locations in 90 countries. We were founded on the principle of putting our clients’ employees first and this is still true today. Led by 5,200 medical professionals and 200 security specialists our teams work night and day to find solutions to protect our clients and their employees in whatever situation they may be facing; we assess, advise and assist from a medical, security and logistical perspective on a global scale to protect and save lives and thereby enable our clients to achieve their business goals. As we’ve delivered on this mission over the last 35 years, we have become the market leader in global telehealth services and digital health solutions for an extensive client base of Fortune 500 companies, NGO’s and governments around the world.About the roleThe Accountant is responsible for proper recording of transactions and maintenance of the General Ledger, Accounting System controls, Policies and Procedures and Internal Controls in adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Work closely with the FP&A team and Regional Finance teams to support the annual budget/forecasting process, assist in monthly financial analysis, and complete ad hoc analysis to support ongoing business initiatives.This is a Monday to Friday 8:00 am until 5:00 pm role. Monday to Wednesday are in office at our Houston location; Thursday and Friday are working remotely from home.Key responsibilitiesAccounting, Reporting and Financial Analysis

• Ensure timely, accurate and complete recording of transactions, to include P&L review and Balance Sheet review and account reconciliations
• Own the month end and year end close process
• Co-lead efforts on support of year end financial audit, SOC1 audit, DCAA audits, tax audit, and transfer pricing review
• Work closely with FP&A team and provide timely reporting and details of actual for budget and forecast comparison and analysis
• Ad hoc analysis and special projects.

Financial Control Standard

• Ensure compliance to General Affairs Policy and Procedures (GAPP).
• Ensure compliance of accounting/reporting treatment in line with Group requirements, including treatment for new products.
• Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local accounting and tax standards.

System / Process Optimization

• Continuously review processes to maximize efficiency.

About youRequired Skills and Knowledge

• Strong business acumen and solid financial management skills.
• Strong process and organization skills are a pre-requisite
• Good communication and presentation skills as well as good job management skills are vital.
• Hardworking, hands-on, honest, loyal and able to work individually and as part of a team.
• Solid understanding of accounting software packages
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Highly motivated and able to get along with people at various levels of the Company

Required Competencies

• Planning / Organization: Plans and prepares for future events, able to formulate clear and structured plans, effectively prioritizes tasks and resources, establishes milestones and sets realistic expectations of themselves
• Pressure Tolerance: Maintains performance under pressure, manages stress, identifies ways to reduce work stress, uses appropriate coping mechanisms.
• Integrity: Widely trusted, honest and open yet retains confidential information, seen to be truthful, honest.
• Problem Solving: Recognizes a problem and is able to take appropriate steps to address the problem.
• Integrates this ability with all other abilities and employs them in rational decision making processes
• Attention to detail: Follows established procedure, develops systems to check accuracy such as checklists, and uses quality assurance techniques.

Required Work Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in accounting systems, policies and procedures, and accounting and audit in a multinational organization a plus.
• Prior exposure in audit and accounting from one of the big 4 preferred.
• Experience in the service industry a plus
• Experience with Sun6 and Cognos a plus

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) and/or Masters (MBA) a plus
• Languages: English

Required Languages

• Fluent in written and spoken English

BenefitsPosition is benefits eligible.International SOS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Expected salary

Location

Houston, TX

Job date

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 06:31:06 GMT

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