Accounting Manager

What you’ll be doing...

At Verizon, we have built a world-class Accounting organization. And it just keeps getting better! We’re a collaborative team that adds significant value to our stakeholders through advanced data analytics, driving business insights, identifying and implementing improvements through a wide array of digital finance automation and visualization tools, as well as supporting enterprise-wide system implementations.

We are at the forefront of operationalizing new business initiatives. We focus on providing opportunities for our team members to develop in their careers through offering new challenges, networking, and identifying opportunities for professional growth through training and continuous feedback. Your opinion matters – we have a continuous improvement mindset and we welcome team members to bring new skills and ideas!

• Performing accounting tasks and project assignments utilizing a combination of systems/IT and accounting skills.
• Leading all aspects of the completion of complex analytical assignments and preparation of accounting related reports.
• Supporting leadership with analyzing, and reporting on general ledger transactions, and other accounting related projects.
• Coordinating with the other finance teams to ensure complete and accurate accruals and simplify processes.
• Leading the company’s efforts to comply with the requirements of Sarbanes Oxley while ensuring compliance and adherence with controls for internal policies and external regulations.
• Providing subject matter expertise on the application of accounting principles.
• Reviewing the work of others and analyzing the output for appropriate accounting treatment, completeness and accuracy.
• Leading reviews for accuracy of journal entries, account reconciliations, and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
• Leading accounting projects to ensure compliance and adherence with controls for internal policies and external regulations.
• Directing efforts in developing, implementing, and maintaining systems, procedures and policies for the group.

You’re organized, practical, and great at finding ways to simplify complex processes. You have solid accounting knowledge across a variety of topics and the ability to self-direct, run projects and meet deliverables. Providing mentorship and direction to others in an upbeat, positive manner comes naturally to you. Working independently is as comfortable for you as being part of a team.

Where you'll be working…

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

What we’re looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field or four or more years of work experience.
• Six or more years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in the preparation of general ledger postings and account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of FASB and SEC requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, accounting best practices, and cross functional accounting impacts.
• Experience in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and project management.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and applications including SAP, PeopleSoft, CPM/Essbase, Hyperion Financial Management, Blackline or related systems and applications.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent.
• CPA certification.
• Basic knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Experience in the design and implementation of accounting systems and applications.
• Knowledge of report query and design.
• Proven management skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong written and verbal communications skills.