Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced, self-driven, detailed oriented Accountant to assist with all aspects of the finance function. The person will demonstrate an appropriate understanding/working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls. The accountant will provide support to the team and business units as required, including assistance with the development of ad hoc financial analyses.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accountant is an important role for the USA business to support anticipated growth and create value for this $190+m construction and management consulting firm focused on three industry segments: real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports in line with monthly reporting timetable.
- Preparation of monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations along with supporting documentation.
- Month end closing journal entries in accordance with US GAAP standards (prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, etc.), allocations of shared overhead expenses across all entities and prepare related account reconciliations.
- Liaise with other T&T accountants across the group to reconcile inter-company transactions with all global entities.
- Take full ownership of the USA intercompany matrix
- Supports audit requirements including internal, external, and compliance audits
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and suggest how improvements can be implemented
- Provide accurate and high-quality information on a timely basis
- Ensure T&T standard procedures and policies are applied
- Assists with special projects as requested