The Role The Staff Accountant prepares monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to facilitate the monthly accounting close; records quarter-end and year-end closing journal entries; research and explain monthly variances of balance sheet and P&L accounts; prepare ad-hoc analysis around account balance differences along with proposed solution to resolve; supports inter-company transactions and reconciliations; and ensures accuracy and compliance of financial statement schedules in accordance with GAAP and internal policies What You Will Do Support the monthly close process and ensure that all assigned close activities are accurately completed in a timely manner Assist in the monthly preparation and upload of required data into Cognos (consolidation system) Review, analyze and prepare monthly journal entries for month end close related to general corporate accounting processes Analyze large datasets and prepare accruals for various balance sheet accounts Support inter-company transactions and reconciliations Analyze balance sheet account variances and provide explanations for variances between actual and forecasted balances for income statement accounts Prepare detailed balance sheet account reconciliations, obtain corresponding support to verify accuracy of the financial numbers and resolve reconciling items timely Assist in identifying potential process improvements, documenting new policies and procedures, and contributing to sound internal control development Coordinate across cross-functional departments within the company to aide in analysis, research, and adherence to GAAP accounting standards and internal policies Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors Assist Accounting Manager and in ad hoc analysis and other projects Works with the internal/external auditors and prepare quarter end/year-end financial reporting schedules Must be flexible to work extended/flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, evenings, etc., as necessary What You Wiil Bring Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required Master’s degree preferred Professional Skills Experience: 2-5 years professional accounting experience and strong accounting skills Public Accounting experience preferred, but not required Prior experience in global organization strongly preferred Prior experience in software industry preferred Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP and Cognos preferred Knowledge: Must be fluent in English Chartered accountant (IMCP or US CPA) is preferred, but not required Working knowledge of general accounting functions, practices and US GAAP principles Basic understanding of the requirements of the Sarbanes Oxley act and internal controls Computer literate with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, vlookup function, and other intermediate functions) Good analytical, organizational, and time management skills Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to learn quickly, retain and apply knowledge Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Detail oriented, good judgment and logical decision-making ability with a hands-on approach to assigned tasks Solera is the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management software-as-a-service, data, and services. Through four lines of business – vehicle claims, vehicle repairs, vehicle solutions and fleet solutions – Solera is home to many leading brands in the vehicle lifecycle ecosystem, including Identifix, Audatex, DealerSocket, Omnitracs, LoJack, Spireon, eDriving/Mentor, Explore, CAP HPI, Autodata, and others. Solera empowers its customers to succeed in the digital age by providing them with a “one-stop shop” solution that streamlines operations, offers data-driven analytics, and enhances customer engagement, which Solera believes helps customers drive sales, promote customer retention, and improve profit margins. Solera serves over 300,000 global customers and partners in 100+ countries. For more information, visit www.solera.com.

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