General Ledger Accountant

Description
Basic Job Functions:

This position performs the accounting for routine and certain complex business transactions and executes key processes involved in the global accounting close. This position analyses quantitative information to identify solutions and supports special projects. Candidate must have basic knowledge of accounting procedures, concepts and principles accepted in the United States ("U.S. GAAP") or other regional bases of accounting.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Prepare or review journal entries, including entries related to accruals, prepaids, cash clearing, derivatives, marketable securities, warranty, and recycling obligations.
Perform month-end close activities, including the execution of the foreign currency remeasurement/translation process and the global consolidation process using ERP and/or reporting systems.
Prepare or review balance sheet account reconciliations.
Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in the appropriate legal entity and record intercompany cross-charges, balance netting, and settlements.
Support the preparation of statutory financial statements with associated footnotes and schedules.
Support the audit of statutory and consolidated financial statements and internal controls.
Support special projects and identify improvements by performing financial data analysis and providing recommendations to senior associates.
Provide on-the-job training to junior members of the team.
Solve or provide solution to simple issues.

Experience:

3-5 years combined experience working for a public company and/or a public accounting firm with relevant experience in financial accounting, general ledger, month-end close, consolidation, and intercompany accounting.
General understanding of internal controls and SOX compliance
Working knowledge of major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.), preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including a high degree of proficiency in Excel.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (required).
Master's degree in finance, accounting, business, or other related fields (preferred).
CPA, CA, or other equivalent professional certifications (preferred).

Required Skills/Competencies:

Process oriented with outstanding attention to detail.
Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Attitude and willingness to learn and develop skills.
Highly motivated, accountable, results oriented.
Resourceful and comfortable working with ambiguity.
Company
A leading global provider of comprehensive PV solar solutions which use its advanced module and system technology.

Company profile
First Solar

4.6
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Consumer Electronics Manufacturing
1,001-5,000 employees

Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world's ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar's advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c-Si) PV panels.

Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world's ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar's advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c-Si) PV panels.

Perks and benefits
Medical
Education support
Dental
Sports (e.g. Gym)
Parking
Vision
Meal subsidy, Mother's room

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Company information
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758827-T

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