Sr. Accountant

Company: FedEx Services
Location: Plano
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Summary: Under moderate supervision, responsible for complex accounting activities supporting the accurate and timely closing of the general ledger, which may include, but are not limited to: preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset processing, lease/contract review, accrual entries, budget variance reviews, research and analysis of assigned large elements of revenue and expense and the related internal reporting. Ensure general ledger account balances are materially correct in compliance With internal controls and GAAP and that internal control risks are tested and documented in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley. Lead accounting initiatives/ projects including: process improvement, regulatory compliance/changes and policy. Mentors less senior staff. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or other related quantitative discipline is required. Four (4) years experience in accounting for financial reporting in a public accounting firm or in a large for-profit corporate environment. A related advanced degree may offset the experience requirements. Excellent analytical and financial analysis skills required. Strong knowledge of GAAP standards required. Outstanding knowledge of business software, spreadsheet applications and/or mainframe or web based applications. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills. Skills/Knowledge/Experience Considered a Plus: Fixed Asset experience would be a plus. Domicile / Work Location: This position may be located in Plano, Texas or Collierville, Tennessee. Relocation: Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs. Application Instructions/Deadline: Upload current copy of Resume (Microsoft Word or PDF) and answer job screening questions to apply by 5:00 PM CST on September 27, 2022. FedEx. Where now meets next. Our vision is to be the earth's most engaged advocates of connected commerce where open borders, new markets and fair, sustainable practices are the norm for the billions of personal supply chains being managed every day in our always on, mobile-first world. We stand for ease, access and opportunity. We lead purposeful innovation, champion entrepreneurs, advocate free trade and empower humans and their place in the era of autonomy and AI. We fight for our customers, a more sustainable planet and an ethical playing field. FedEx inspires its more than 570,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. FedEx has been recognized on many different lists both for business success and for being a great employer: Fortune "World's Most Admired Companies" - 2021 Forbes "Best Employers for Diversity" - 2021 LinkedIn "Top 100 Companies" - 2021 TIME "100 Most Influential Companies" - 2021 World HRD Congress "Best Gender Equality Workplace" - 2021 InsiderPro ComputerWorld "Best Places to Work for IT" - 2021 FedEx Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics disability, or protected Veteran status. FedEx Services does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. Further, FedEx Services is prepared to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the desired position, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.

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