About the job
The Role
The Financial Accountant plays a crucial role within the Finance Department, concentrating on high-volume transactional processes such as accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and general ledger activities. The team comprises Accounting Managers, Senior Accountants, and Accountants.
Reporting to the Accounting Manager or Senior Accountant, this position is a vital component of the global accounting team. Responsibilities include managing month-end close activities, conducting financial analyses, performing reconciliations, and providing support during financial audits. This role offers exposure to various facets of Cision through the reporting and analysis of actual financial results.
Key Responsibilities
The role encompasses, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
- Prepare monthly journal entries related to bank transactions, prepaid expenses, property, plant and equipment, accrued expenses, payroll accounting, and intercompany accounting, aligning with close timelines.
- Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, addressing inquiries from reviewers and management promptly.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including international accounting teams, FP&A, Legal, and external consultants, particularly regarding flux analysis and ad-hoc support.
- Prepare audit schedules and respond proactively to auditor inquiries, resolving any audit issues as necessary.
- Assist with footnote tie-outs for quarterly and year-end financial statements prepared under US GAAP and IFRS.
- Support statutory financial reporting and statutory audits.

