Global Consolidations Accountant & Reporting

Cengage Group; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is seeking a Staff Accountant for its Consolidations & Group Reporting team. You will contribute to accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, and close processes within a global environment.

The role emphasizes support for monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, balance sheet analysis, and audit readiness. Strong GAAP knowledge, Excel skills, and communication abilities are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Public accounting experience required; CPA preferred.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial statements.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare assigned account reconciliations and schedules.
• Prepare One-Time Cost reporting and analysis for review.
• Prepare CTA reconciliations with supporting reports.
• Perform routine financial-data validations and system tie-outs.
• Run and refresh recurring financial reports.
• Assist with Balance Sheet analysis and documentation.
• Follow up on open close items and audit requests.
• Assist with BlackLine tasks and controls.
• Maintain close and financial-reporting documentation.
• Coordinate with teams to obtain supporting information.
• Assist with testing and documentation for new processes.

Skills

Public accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Close process experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related

Tools

SAP

SAP Group Reporting

BlackLine

Essbase

Job description

Cengage Group is seeking a Staff Accountant for its Consolidations & Group Reporting team. You will contribute to accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, and close processes within a global environment.

The role emphasizes support for monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, balance sheet analysis, and audit readiness. Strong GAAP knowledge, Excel skills, and communication abilities are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.