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Kforce has a client in search of an Accountant in Morrisville, North Carolina (NC).Summary:The candidate will deliver specific complex accounting tasks to ensure timely and accurate accounting in accordance with Quintiles Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), Sarbanes Oxley rules as well as local GAAP and tax rules.Responsibilities:
Deliver country/functional accounting services; Manage accounting and reporting process effectively; Prepare/supervise month end closes and corporate reconciliation schedules; Prepare/supervise any tax calculations declarations and annual statutory accounts
Act as contact person for external audits; Ensure that all financial and accounting records are thoroughly maintained in preparation for independent audits
Supervise all accounting processes
Establish reasonable internal controls and maintain adequate and current documentation of the systems of internal control
Ensure that all processes and decisions are in line with SOPs and local legal/statutory requirements
Where applicable, act as contact person with tax consultants and tax authorities
Where applicable, ensure appropriate communication with all business partners & support business partners in financial decisions, if required
May motivate, coach and lead a team of accountants
Review the financial systems, processes and procedures on an ongoing basis for further development of efficiencies
Manage timely completion of detailed account reconciliation and follow-up/resolve open items for specified tasks
Maintain a solid working knowledge of technical accounting skills
Participate in or manage Finance related projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in accounting; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance modules
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Technical accounting skills
Strong analytical and numeracy skills
Ability to identify financial issues and execute mitigating actions
Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple work requirements to meet deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.Compensation Type:Hours
