Accounting Lead

Tucson, United States |

Our client is looking for an Accounting Lead who will be reporting to the Manager of Accounting and Controls, the Accounting Lead will be responsible for helping to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company'sfinancial records. This role assists with all aspects of the accounting cycle,from daily transactions through to the close process and financial statement preparation. The Lead is also a point of contact for external and internal auditors and is included in the process for maintaining a robust internal control environment.

This regional role will report to the Manager of Accounting and Controls and leads and develops a team of accounting professionals.

• Direct and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes toensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and other supporting documentation for multiple company codes.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
• Oversee the accounting for our joint venture partnership, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and that the JV's financial results are properly consolidated or accounted for.
• Manage the process for intercompany transactions, ensuring all balances are reconciled and eliminated during the consolidation process. Prepare andreview the consolidations file and supporting schedules.

• Design,implement, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison for both external and internal audit teams, coordinatingPBC (Prepared by Client) requests, managing audit schedules, and responding to inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, andcompany policies.

• Optimize accounting processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Assist the Accounts Payable functions as needed.
• Workcross-functionally with other departments to support business operations and provide accounting expertise.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’sdegree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Preferred:
  
  Aprofessional accounting designation (CPA, CMA) or an advanced degree (MBA) is preferred.

• Required:
• 5years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 years in asupervisor role.
• Experience with a major ERP system (preferably SAP).
• Experience with joint venture accounting, multiple company codes, and intercompany transactions are essential.
• Preferred:
• Experience in the mining, metals, or a related heavy industrial industry is highly preferred.