Senior Financial Analyst
This Senior Financial Analyst position reports directly to the Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting of Applied Industrial Technologies (Applied), a U.S.-based public company traded on the NYSE. This role is responsible for leading the preparation of the company's financial statements and reports and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards, while also supporting the internal and external audit process and acquisition accounting.
Key Responsibilities :
Financial Reporting :
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and reports
- Ensure all financial reporting complies with generally accepted accounting standards in the United States (US GAAP), U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and other regulatory requirements
- Support the internal and external auditors for annual audit processes
- Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, trends, and financial performance to ensure financial reporting is correct
- Support the monthly internal financial reporting, including preparation, accumulation, review and publication of the monthly financial statement package
- Support communication with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders regarding financial reporting matters
Technical Accounting Research, Policy and Deployment :
Monitor accounting standards by keeping updated on new accounting standards and regulations and assessing their impact on the companyProvide technical support through offering technical assistance on complex accounting issues, including, but not limited to, revenue recognition, disclosure matters, financial reporting, and regulatory complianceCreate and implement accounting policies and procedures in line with industry practices and regulatory requirementsSupport the implementation of new or updated accounting standards within the organizationCollaborate with teams in other functional areas, departments and business units to address technical accounting questions and projectsLead or assist with special projects related to technical accounting, such as implementing new standards or resolving complex accounting issuesAccounting Services :
Actively collaborate with other departments, such as finance, operations, legal, and human resources, to gather necessary data, align on processes, and ensure seamless communication related to performing accounting servicesAssist with lease accountingAssist with annual goodwill impairment testingAssist with stock award / equity compensation valuation and accounting for the companyAssist with due diligence and oversight related to mergers and acquisitionsRequired Education & Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferredCPA or equivalent professional financial designation highly desirableAt least 4 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, preferably in a large public accounting firm and in financial reporting, technical accounting, or a related fieldExperience working with or in a U.S.-listed public companyStrong experience working with U.S. GAAPDemonstrated experience overseeing financial operations in a multi-legal entity environment, preferably within manufacturing, retail, or multinational organizationsExperience managing financial teams across multiple locations or managing cross-border teams and in a matrix organization preferred