Senior Accountant, External Reporting

We are seeking self-motivated, collaborative, intellectually curious professionals with a strong work ethic to join our team.

Our "grow from within" philosophy will prepare you for your next career move within Fiserv. Our Finance department has a tremendous success record and is high profile, interfacing and influencing at the highest levels.

You must have influential communication skills with an ability to efficiently communicate the finance story. Our Finance leaders constantly guide our business to increase profitability.

Requirements for consideration may include; a Finance or Accounting related degree, Finance / Accounting experience, highly effective data analysis skills, modeling experience is a plus with high proficiency in Excel.

• Full-Time
• Financial Analyst, Staff Accountant, Sr. Financial Analyst, Sr. Staff Accountant, Manager and Director.
• 5-10%, varies by role

Responsibilities

Requisition ID R-10335385 Date posted 05 / 15 / 2024 End Date 05 / 28 / 2024 City Milwaukee State / Region Wisconsin Country United States Location Type Onsite

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We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day quickly, reliably, and securely.

Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we’re involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.

Job Title

Senior Accountant, External Reporting

What does a Senior Accountant in External Reporting do?

As a Senior Accountant in External Reporting, you'll play a vital role on our SEC reporting team, aiding in the planning, development, and submission of periodic reports to the U.

S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Your duties will encompass the quality assurance and prompt delivery of Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and 11-K, as well as other external communications for our publicly traded, Fortune 500 company valued at $19 billion and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Moreover, you'll be responsible for ensuring that these filings are completed through a concerted effort and accompanied by thorough supporting documentation.

What you will do :

Spearhead the creation and execution of specific parts of SEC reports, ensuring accurate financials, narratives, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Craft and scrutinize financial information for investor communications, guaranteeing precision and backing up data with comprehensive documentation.

Explore and interpret the ramifications of technical accounting matters and the requirements for SEC submissions and GAAP adherence.

Facilitate collaboration among various teams including Corporate and Business Unit Accounting, Legal, and Investor Relations, to ensure high-quality, punctual reporting.

Represent the main point of contact for external auditors during yearly audits and quarterly reviews and prepare detailed financial analyses for senior management's quarterly reviews.

What you will need to have :

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

At least 2 years of experience specifically in accounting reporting.

Experience in financial reporting and filing requirements for SEC-regulated public companies.

Experience with contemporary accounting and financial reporting issues, adhering to U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.

What would be great to have :

CPA license.

Previous experience working with Workiva, SAP, BPC consolidation tool, or other financial reporting systems.

Experience with a large public accounting firm (audit background) and / or large public company SEC reporting.

This role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, New York or Washington.

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

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What you should know about us :

Fiserv is a global leader in payments and financial technology with more than 40,000 associates proudly serving clients in more than 100 countries.

As one of Fortune® magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies™" 9 of the last 10 years, one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and a top scorer on Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index, we are committed to innovation and excellence.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion :

Fiserv is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce that reflects our world.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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Benefits

Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plans to suit your unique needs

Fuel Your Life Wellness Program

Resources to elevate your well-being

401k, Employee Stock Purchase Plans and Incentives & Bonuses

When Fiserv performs well, so does your financial health

Employee Resource Groups

Celebrating inclusion in the workplace

Paid Time Away

Providing the time off to manage personal needs