ACCOUNTANT I

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Accounting Teams develop, implement and/or maintain one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, Cash Flows, etc. in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. They also design operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency.

General Information

Position:
•    This position will report to the R2R Process Delivery Supervisor and be a member of the R2R team focused on Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Treasury related processes, Intercompany Accounting, Month End Close processes, Fixed Assets. Key responsibilities include:
o    Support migration of R2R processes from countries in scope
o    Prepare R2R related process documentation (process maps and work instructions)
o    Support general ledger accounting of companies including accounts reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets processes, cash management activities, reporting and any other accounting and finance related activity under the FSC scope.
o    Post the accrual and corrective journal entries.
o    Complete in-scope period end close activities according to the established calendar.
o    Complete specific month end close tasks
o    Prepare specifications and reconciliations of the general ledger accounts.
o    Support fixed assets accounting activities for the companies
o    Support Intercompany accounting with debit notes postings
o    Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting required by the region
o    Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports generated through ERP systems 
o    Assist with the annual audit process 
o    Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the R2R function, ensuring that improvements are incorporated in the work routine. 
o    Ensure robust compliance environment with applicable policies, procedures and processes
o    Execute periodically R2R reporting or upon request KPI’s measurements
o    Build strong relationship with key stakeholders 

Experience:
•    1+ years of relevant experience (min. 6 months of experience in a General Accounting or 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable) 
•    Diversified Industrial Products/Manufacturing industry experience preferred
•    Prior experience in R2R functions in a shared services environment
•    Ability to work in culturally diverse teams with many levels of personnel
•    Ability to work with deadlines
•    Experience with ERPs

Knowledge:
•    Undergraduate degree in Finance / Accounting
•    Strong written and oral communication skills 
•    Proficiency in English 
•    Good accounting background
•    Excellent analytical skills. Ability to identify and resolve problems
•    Strong communication skills
 

Competencies