Finance & Accounting Associate

Job Description

About the job

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

 

This position is a member of the Global Services Finance & Accounting team and will be responsible for finance operations and transactional support activities for Global Services and Worldwide Initiatives offices. The position will provide support on following:

 

• Understanding of accounting concepts in conjunction with knowledge of financial systems, data flow, chart of accounts, consolidation, system hierarchies & mappings
• Assist with monthly accounting transactions, including accurate recording and review of expenses, time sheet transfers & corrections for employees, re-classes and chargebacks
• Prepare month-end accruals and journal entries for costs, revenue, allocations, and other financial activities
• Owning project re-class/chargeback process, with timely processing and updating requestors
• Managing finance system setups, maintenance and review i.e. project code & employee setup and maintenance, miscellaneous invoicing etc.
• Reconciliation of non-financial metric like headcount, approvers in expenses mgmt. system etc. to ensure accurate booking & reporting
• Ensure that all assigned balance sheet accounts are reconciled, balanced, and maintained in accordance with company procedures
• Coordinate and liaise with global and local office finance teams on all transactions related to Global Services and WWI offices
• Own month end/year end close reports, ensuring they are complete, accurate and timely
• Utilize Oracle reports and Business Objects queries to obtain required data to address questions and/or research issues
• Work with IT/finance system’s team to investigate and resolve month end related system issues and reconciling difference while performing system reconciliations
• Support on developing appropriate accounting procedures and process documentation to ensure smooth month/annual close process
• Ensure strong internal controls by maintaining backups/schedules supporting accounting transactions
• Work closely with senior accountants, leads and Finance managers to conduct holistic review of accounting operations, identify opportunities for improvement and implement recommendations

 

 

YOU’RE GOOD AT

 

Technical and functional expertise

• Sound accounting background and analytical skills, ability to navigate details, willingness to look at data in different ways and draw conclusions based on findings
• Problem solving mindset and ability to frame issues at conceptual level and resolve issues/problems
• Good hands on experience with excel - ability to design, enhance, and maintain spreadsheets and databases

 

Strong accuracy and rigorous attention to detail

• Ability to synthesize data and consistent attention to detail
• Demonstrates sound judgment, high level of initiative and resourcefulness
• Comfort with multi-tasking and prioritizing within a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Comfort with ambiguity and willingness to embrace an iterative process
• Flexibility, comfort and desire to dig in and work through the details

 

Strong Communication, interpersonal and teaming skills

• Understands value of an iterative process
• Ability to work effectively in team environment and independently
• Good judgment, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and changing situations with tact, poise and patience
• Demonstrates strong communication skills: oral, written and active listening

 

Work, management, organization and planning

• Flexibility to multi-task on different projects in a fast-paced organization
• Proven ability to plan work effectively and prioritize work even in stressful situations
• Reliable and timely
• Versatility and openness towards new ideas and change

 

Customer and business focus

• Demonstrates responsiveness, initiative, and an orientation toward business needs
• Professional and courteous approach and style
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Receptive to feedback and motivated to quickly learn new topics and skills
• High level of initiative and flexibility

 

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)



• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills and orientation to detail
• Willingness to provide a wide range of financial services from routine tasks to intricate financial management data
• Proficiency in MS Excel must, advanced excel skills, and/or experience with other analytical tools (such as Alteryx, Tableau etc.) will be an added advantage
• Systems experience preferred: Hyperion, Oracle (GL, AP, Fixed Assets), Business Objects, MS Access, and other comparable systems

 

YOU’LL WORK WITH

 

Global Services consists of a variety of functions who provide corporate support to BCG's business and strategic priorities. These functions include: Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Marketing, Operations Services, and Risk. Global Services is also comprised of teams and individuals who support partnership activities which may include firm governance and leadership, operational excellence and internal corporate development and oversight. They are a diverse group of experts, operators and specialists representing all levels from core Staff to Partner who integrate and collaborate with their teams across the globe. 

 

With more than 1000 individuals across more than 30 offices and 20 countries Global Services employees are based in one of our Global Services hubs: Atlanta (Nexus) Boston, London, Madrid, Munich and New Delhi. Our GS Finance & Accounting team is virtual with colleagues in Boston, London and New Delhi. 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

 

The Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. In addition, as a federal government contractor, BCG maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations. BCG is an E-Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.