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| Company: |
R. L. Polk & Co. |
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| Job Title: |
External Reporting Manager/Finance |
| Job category: |
Finance |
| Job Location: |
Southfield - MI Michigan - USA |
| Job Reference Number: |
444 |
| Job Description: |
External Reporting Manager
Position Summary
Provides analysis and interpretation of accounting policies and performs technical research on US GAAP and international GAAP issues. Advises on proper accounting treatment of complex business transactions. Determines compliance with SEC and other governmental (external) reporting requirements. Prepares annual financial statements and footnotes for consolidated US GAAP report. Manages the statutory audit process for international subsidiaries. Reviews the reconciliation of international books to US GAAP to ensure statutory accounts agree to Polk’s general ledger.
Primary Responsibilities
• Responsible for researching and interpreting existing and new accounting standards and policies. Analyzes impact of changes on R. L. Polk & Co. Financial statements. Assist with the preparation of new policies and application of policies.
• Reviews complex business transactions and advises Finance management as to proper accounting treatment in the financial statements.
• Participates in the design of a standard, consistent monthly reporting package to ensure the appropriate information is gathered to ensure compliance with US GAAP. Reviews monthly submissions and ensure compliance with accounting policies. Identify opportunities for continuous improvements in content and efficiency.
• Reviews monthly financial statements and other schedules to ensure accuracy.
• Preparation and distribution of multiple level of operating reports.
• Ensures that all external reporting policies are in compliance with SEC, US GAAP and international GAAP reporting rules and policies.
• Preparation of annual external financial statements including the preparation and/or review of new footnotes or analysis and support and other documentation as required by the auditors.
• Manages the international statutory audit process for all Polk subsidiaries including preparation of the consolidated European statutory financial statements and footnotes. Ensures subsidiaries local accounting annual reports agree to Polk consolidated financial records. Follow up on any differences and drive to resolution.
• Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and transactions and advises management of potential or existing accounting issues.
• Assists in preparation of presentations for Board of Director meetings and other executive meetings.
Secondary Responsibilities
• Manages special reporting projects as required.
• Performs other duties as requested by management.
Relationships/Contacts
Interacts with management and employees locally and internationally and with consultants and vendors.
Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with minimum five years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three years experience in areas specifically relevant to technical accounting knowledge.
• Two year’s relevant financial reporting experience including demonstrated knowledge in development and use of financial reporting systems.
• Prefer a graduate degree in business, finance or accounting and/or CPA.
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills are necessary to effectively convey goals, initiatives and financial information to staff, management and Board of Directors.
• Experience with external audit processes in the US required.
• Experience in international statutory audit processes desired.
• Experience preparing written reports.
• Demonstrated ability to perform research and analyze figures, data, trends and results of all kinds.
• Advanced PC skills, such as Excel and Word.
• Ability to inform, educate and influence managers to support company goals and objectives.
Other Requirements
Infrequent travel to other Polk locations, including international travel. Willingness to participate in continued education opportunities including seminars and conferences.
Working Conditions
Normal office environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions.
R. L. Polk & Co. Is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, citizenship, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation or veteran status. Further, R. L. Polk & Co. Provides reasonable accommodation upon request, in accordance with State and Federal laws. |
Language Requirements: |
English-Very Good |
| Employment Type: |
Full Time |
| Yearly Salary: |
80000 USD |
| Posting Date: |
2009-01-27 |
| Level of Education: |
Bachelor |
| Years of Work Experience: |
5 to 7 Years |
| Company: |
R. L. Polk & Co. |
| Contact Name: |
R. L. Polk & Co. |
| Contact Phone: |
248-728-7943 |
| Contact Fax: |
248-728-6965 |
| Preferred Method of Contact: |
No Preference |
| Preferred Language of Resume/Application: |
English |
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