Title:  Senior Accountant-Centralized Accounting (Hybrid Schedule)

Requisition #:  648107
Location: 

Philadelphia, PA, US, 19103

Career Area:  Corporate + Field Support
Description: 

Job Description

The Sr Accountant-Centralized Accounting is responsible for performing a variety of routine and non-routine accounting functions, including adjustments, variance analysis, and journal entries, all supported with requisite documentation. 

Job Responsibilities

•    Complete accounting and reporting activities in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and prescribed accounting policies and/or the financial procedures of the organization.
•    Ensure deadlines for month-end closing and financial reporting requirements are met, and all accounting and reporting activities are performed in accordance with the accounting policies and/or the financial procedures of the organization.
•    Act as a liaison with the general ledger and corporate accounting teams to ensure regular, timely, and accurate closing.
•    Preparation of standard reporting templates and packages is completed accurately and timely.
•    Provide documentation and support to internal and external auditors.
•    Review newly executed contracts/amendments to validate that financial systems are set up appropriately.
•    Ensure that new opening packages and closing packages are accurate and completed in a timely manner. 
•    Verify customer invoicing to ensure that Aramark is billing according to the contractual terms.
•    Follow up with accounting staff to resolve contract matters and issues
•    Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliation of selected assets and liability accounts for accuracy.
•    Responsible for compiling all supporting documentation for balances on the balance sheet.
•    Maintain and monitor applicable SOX controls and provide associated support to internal and external auditors.
•    Participate in testing for SOX processes to ensure that accounting controls are operating effectively.
•    Support internal/external audits, providing audit schedules, analysis, and responding to inquiries.
•    Participate in ad hoc special projects by supporting management and the project team in various tasks.
•    At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact on our employees and our customers. To meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

•    2-5+ years of Finance or Accounting experience is required
•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
•    Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
•    General Accounts Receivable experience
•    Strong technical and analytical accounting skills
•    Proven problem-solving and dispute resolution abilities
•    High level of organizational skills, time management, and accountability

Benefits

•    Flexible work arrangements
•    Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, nine (9) paid holidays 
•    Volunteer days, community partnerships
•    Your choice of three medical plans, two carriers to choose from 
•    Adoption Assistance & Paid Parental Leave
•    Tuition Funding Sources and Scholarship Programs 
•    Retirement plan with match on annual contributions

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on FacebookInstagram and Twitter.


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