Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, an S&P 500 company, is currently seeking a Integrated Accounting Services (IAS), Accounting Manager in various locations. This individual will accomplish the following:
Provide guidance in line with the designed process and manage escalations as needed
Allocate tasks to optimize efficiency across onshore and offshore direct and indirect reports
Review identified material journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by onshore and offshore accountants and corresponding supporting documentation
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations that have been identified as complex, material, or high risk
Review and refine financial statement variance explanations prepared by accountants with additional business context behind the transactions
Manage the timely and accurate completion of assigned close activities and resolve issues
Respond to ad hoc requests and maintain assigned service levels with Segment, BU and corporate contacts
Provide feedback to onshore and offshore accountants, gather feedback and requests from Segment / BU / Corporate Controllership, and promote continuous development within the accounting team
Observe the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and controls implemented to minimize risk and take corrective action if necessary
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the general accounting function
Education/Qualifications:
Minimum - Bachelor's degree in accounting, or equivalent number of years of experience
Preferred - CPA and advanced accounting degree
Experience:
5 + years of business experience within Accounting with increasing responsibility
3-5 years of supervisory experience
Professional certification (CPA) and advanced Accounting degree preferred
Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate direct and indirect reports
Adhere to a proactive approach, with the ability to problem solve, and interact professionally with internal and external clients in order to meet everyone's needs in an effective and timely manner
Demonstrate ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize
Proficient in Excel and Word (intermediate level)
Previous experience with ERP system (PeopleSoft preferred)
Problem solving skills
Experience working with a global team
Thorough knowledge and understanding of US GAAP principles and internal control environments
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience working with large amounts of data
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