Senior Accountant at Veolia in Paramus, NJ

companyDescription Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America. jobDescription Position Purpose: Responsible for assisting in the compilation, review, and analyses of all accounting (including supporting documentation and prepare/review/post journals necessary for monthly closing process). Provide support for accounting, financial reporting, and/or contract billing, and other ad hoc requirements. Provides support to the Staff Accountant with the data verification and monthly billing. Ensures best practices are used and integrity in the accounting processes. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Assists in the accounting, reporting and contract billing of the Company including but not limited to the preparation and review of various accounting or billing processes, reports and work papers. Assist in the accounting, reporting and rate case support of assigned functional financial line items for all Veolia regulated business units including but not limited to the preparation, analysis and review of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and various other accounting or rate case statements. Establish, evaluate, and continually improve process, practice, and policy documentation relating to general accounting, and working capital transactions to enhance efficiency Assist in the analyses of financial statement results and the preparation of performance actual to actuals variance analysis/explanations on P/L & B/S accounts according to company policy and practices. Assist in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and technical compliance to US GAAP, internal controls, and company policy. Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process. Prepare, review, and post journal entries. Perform key account analysis and/or prepare/review account reconciliations. Interact with internal and external auditors on an as-needed basis. Collect, build and analyze data sets, and business process data for robotic process automation and validation Apply analytical skills to the development and enhancement of business automations that drive optimization Participate in special projects on an assigned basis Work Environment: This is a hybrid position located in our Paramus, NJ office. qualifications Education/Experience/Background: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required or work equivalent if degree is in Business Administration CPA or CPA candidate a plus Professional or post graduate degree, a plus Minimum 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities in a fast‐paced. Corporate and/or multi-subsidiary experience preferred. Experience in shared service environment preferred. Experience in public accounting, a plus Experience in utility industry, a plus. Experience in data visualization and system implementation, a plus Experience with standardization and automation of business processes, a plus Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Have the mindset of process improvements. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Strong quantitative, analytical, systemic and problem solving skills. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of regulated utilities accounting and ASC 980 is highly desirable Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including pivot and look-up table functionalities Knowledge and experience with Power Plan, PeopleSoft, or other ERP software is desirable. additionalInformation Pay Range: $90000 to $100000 per year Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Sick leave – 56 hours; Observed Holidays – 11 days; Vacation – Flexible Time Off Eligible for up to 5% Annual Performance Bonus We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.