Operational Accountant, Acquire to Retire

Google Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 151,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google Chicago, IL, USA is seeking an Operational Accountant for the Acquire to Retire (A2R) team. The role focuses on running end-to-end accounting for PP&E, asset setup, modifications, and retirements, with close oversight of month-end processes and balance sheet accuracy.

You will reconcile P&L and balance sheets, support internal and external reports, and drive process improvements across global teams while maintaining strong attention to detail and compliance with GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or CA certification preferred.
• 4 years of accounting experience, or 1 year with an advanced degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Experience with US GAAP in public accounting or multinational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounting processes for A2R and PP&E.
• Reconcile balance sheets and P&L accounts and provide supporting information for reports.
• Maintain SOX controls and escalate issues promptly.
• Collaborate with operations, tax, product, legal, and IT teams to implement new accounting flows.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical mindset

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CA

Tools

SAP ERP

Google Sheets

Job description

Operational Accountant, Acquire to Retire

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Google Chicago, IL, USA

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Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA).
• 4 years of experience in accounting or a related function, or 1 year with an advanced degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Experience with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in a public accounting or multinational company setting.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in SQL.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets and experience with SAP ERP.
• Ability to have strong attention to detail, organizational skills and focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to have a collaborative style and work with cross-functional and international teams.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior management.

About the job

Google accountants are a savvy bunch who handle the core accounting responsibilities at Google. You know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end to end. You'll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, and review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports. Every day is a new challenge, and you're continually looking for ways to help our team become more efficient and effective. A team player at heart, you collaborate with our global team, advocate best practices and pitch in where needed. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support business objectives.

You'll lead an accounting process from end-to-end. Other responsibilities include reconciling balance sheets and P&L accounts, and providing supplementary financial information for internal and external reports.

The Acquire to Retire (A2R) team manages the global accounting for Google’s entire Capital Expenditure (Cap Ex) portfolio, manufacturing operations and related expenses. This infrastructure is at the foundation of Google - the global data centers, networks and integrating hardware and software that powers both our unique customer products and services and our internal operations. As a member of this team, you will find innovative ways to manage our complex set of transactions. As Operations Accountant you will be focused on running highly effective and efficient processes for asset setup, modifications and retirements, as well as month end close reporting and reconciliation processes related to Property, Plant or Equipment (PP&E) accounts.

The name Google came from "googol," a mathematical term for the number 1 followed by 100 zeros. And nobody at Google loves big numbers like the Finance team when providing in depth analysis on all manner of strategic decisions across Google products. From developing forward-thinking analysis to generating management reports to scaling our automated financial processes, the Finance organization is an important partner and advisor to the business. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $105000 - $151000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

• Oversee global tracking and accounting for Google’s Data Center construction projects using the SAP Project Systems subledger.
• Execute month-end close activities (including Project Systems close, flux analysis, and balance sheet reporting) and present findings to finance leadership, cross-functional partners, and auditors.
• Maintain and execute SOX internal controls aligned with risk assessment frameworks, escalating potential issues promptly.
• Partner with operations, tax, product, legal, and IT teams to implement new accounting flows and support evolving business needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in A2R operations to elevate reporting and reconciliation quality while uncovering efficiencies through automation, and elimination.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.