Location : DFW Headquarters Building 8 (DFW-SV08)
Cities : Dallas - TX
Requisition ID : 82645
Intro
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities both at work and during your time off Join our American Airlines family and youll travel the world grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey youll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
Why youll love this job
- This job is a member of the Accounting Team within the Finance Division.
- Responsible for leading the day-to-day functions for the corporate accounting / financial reporting processes of the company. Accounting functions include : frequent flyer accounting benefits intangible assets foreign exchange intercompany Hyperion administration G / L maintenance financial statement consolidation stock compensation and administration SEC and other external reporting fixed asset accounting cash accounting short-term investments accounting inventory accounting and fixed asset accounting.
What youll do
Leads the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual supporting schedules for responsible accounting functions; Reviews journal vouchers monthly support schedules and general ledger account reconciliationsPartner and collaborate with the Companys treasury corporate development financial planning & analysis finance controller organization executive compensation investor relations and legal teams to support transactions.Manage and coordinate activities to support the completion of internal and external audit requirementsParticipates in external SEC financial reporting process including 10Qs 10Ks and 8Ks quarterly and annual financial statements footnotes and Managements Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) disclosures disclosure checklists and related support as well as oversee other regulatory and governmental compliance reporting including Department of Transportation reportingEnsure compliance with SEC and GAAP reporting requirements including monitoring researching and implementing recent and proposed accounting pronouncements and documenting and implementing conclusions regarding technical accounting treatment for significant or non-routine transactionsEnsures that accounting functions are Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliantProvides guidance on accounting issues to business groups of the company as neededProvides new employees with appropriate training on business processes and system applications for assigned areas of responsibilityEvaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes procedures and accounting assumptions on an ongoing basis. Recommend and assist in process improvements to improve the control environment and increase the utilization of resources (people technology funds)Develops and maintains documentation for business and system processes for assigned responsibilitiesDevelop and maintain financial reporting policies procedures and systems (SAP Hyperion)Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve and streamline processes deliverables and timelinesRepresents the department in meetings and through written and verbal communication with internal and external customersServes as a backup for Director as a resource for accountants to ask questions and to sign off on journal entries and reconciliationsMentor and manage the team fostering professional developmentPerforms a variety of other functions / ad-hoc projects as assigned to aid in the departments / companys achievement of goals and business objectivesAll youll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent experience / training6 years of accounting and finance experience including 2 years of leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional projects and knowledge with financial reporting financial processes and systems SOX compliance and complex accounting mattersExperience in large public accounting firm and / or large publicly traded company requiredCPA certification requiredPreferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
Masters degree in Accounting or Finance MBA or other related disciplineSkills Licenses & Certifications
Demonstrates the highest standards of ethics and integrityLeadership abilities including experience managing teamsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAbility to think innovatively with a high degree of motivation and problem solving skills requiredKnowledge of technical application of GAAP and SOX principlesKnowledge of financial reporting processesSelf-motivated detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skillsFlexible / adaptable to constant change and scheduling needs to meet deadlinesKnowledge of Microsoft Office software; good working knowledge of mainframe accounting / reporting systems including SAP general ledger and Hyperion Financial Management reporting toolAbility to consistently meet deadlinesExperience managing and implementing large complex projectsLeadership and decision-making skillsProblem solving analytical and critical thinking abilityAbility to explain financial and accounting concepts to non-financial audiencesAbility to coach mentor and serve as a role model for team membersWhat youll get
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer :
Travel Perks : Ready to explore the world You your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6800 daily flights across our global network.Health Benefits : On day one youll have access to your health dental prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And thats just the start we also offer virtual doctor visits flexible spending accounts and more.Wellness Programs : We want you to be the best version of yourself thats why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools resources and support you need.401(k) Program : Available upon hire and depending on the workgroup employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.Additional Benefits : Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program pet insurance and discounts on hotels cars cruises and moreFeel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20 Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers suppliers communities and shareholders helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on lifes journey Feel free to be yourself at American.
Cities : Dallas - TX
Requisition ID : 82645
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Bidding,Farm,Jsf,Advertising,Electronics,Litigation Paralegal
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1