Specialist, Financial Reporting, Ground

Delta Air Lines is seeking a Specialist to assist with the company's financial close, fixed assets, leases and ground accounting process. The successful candidate will:

* Have a working knowledge of GAAP and how it is applied to accounting processes

* Understand control processes, work directly with internal and external auditors to provide requested information and support, and be able to assist with and perform annual risk assessments

* Prepare accounting entries through the use of source information, data models, research in financial systems or other data

* Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, general ledger research, and variance analysis

* Review and document controls and accounting processes, while seeking out opportunities to automate, increase efficiency, and streamline existing processes

* Review and summarize accounting implications of documents including contracts, leases, and other legal documents

* Apply technical research to understand business processes throughout the organization and implement accounting processes and controls

* Facilitate internal and external reporting processes including monthly preparation and quality control of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow), internal reporting packages, and 10Q/10K disclosures