Bachelors’ degree in Finance/Accounting with minimum of 7 years’ post-graduate experience, or equivalent work experience; CPA/MBA highly desirable.
Strong technical accounting and revenue knowledge for financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting. Demonstrated understanding of theory and application of relevant revenue recognition accounting literature.
Strong end-to-end process orientation with demonstrated analytical thinking, project management, and problem-solving skills. Proactively address issues, own the outcome, and continuously strive for best in class processes and deliverables.
Strong interpersonal skills. Confidence, good judgment, and personality to work in a dynamic, multi-business unit environment. Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functionally and at all levels of management.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, time prioritization, and risk assessment.
Professional skepticism and a testing/validation mindset. Background in public accounting or internal audit is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communications, presentation and influencing skills, including the ability to elevate issues to the right level internally and externally to resolve. Ability to clearly articulate a point of view and adjust communication style and content to suit audience needs.
Strong PC, worksheet, and word processing skills. Working knowledge of Oracle R12, Siebel/BRM, and Business Objects a plus.