Sr Accounting Analyst II

Sr Accounting Analyst II

Location

San Diego, CA

Category: Professional Services

Salary

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Country: United States

Employment: Contract

Worksite: On-Site

Job Description Target PR Range: 47.50-59.25/h DOE

Position Summary: The Senior Accounting Analyst II will provide hands-on accounting support for the ERP implementation, with primary emphasis on system integration testing, user acceptance testing, mock cutovers, data conversion tie-outs, migration validation, and cutover readiness. The role will partner with Accounting and IDS to confirm that financial data, configurations, interfaces, scheduled jobs, master data, and accounting outputs are complete, accurate, and operationally ready.

Responsibilities

• Participate in accounting test scenarios across ERP system integration testing and user acceptance testing cycles.
• Perform end-to-end testing; document evidence; log defects; support retesting; and track issues through resolution.
• Validate accounting configuration and transaction processing, including non-leading ledger impacts and downstream financial reporting results.
• Assess BlackLine journal entry workflows and related master data so designated business owners can perform validation and sign-off.
• Perform data conversion tie-outs between legacy systems and the new ERP environment for mock conversions, dress rehearsals, and final cutover.
• Support mock closes and mini-closes to validate period-end processes, dependencies, timing, controls, and financial statement outputs.
• Execute accounting validation activities during cutover and help confirm readiness for production processing and post-go-live stabilization.
• Draft and update process narratives, accounting policies, desktop procedures, and control documentation to reflect future-state ERP and BlackLine processes.
• All listed responsibilities are deemed essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience
• Experience with SAP (or equivalent ERP system) and Blackline is a plus.
• CPA certificate and relevant industry accounting experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to effectively work within a team to expedite completion of critical projects with other functional groups
• Demonstrates a commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and tight deadlines; superior attention to detail is a must.
• Must have the ability to prioritize workload and perform multiple tasks under accelerated deadlines.
• Must be flexible in terms of adjusting schedule to various demands driven by our dynamic business environment.
• Self-directed and able to work well and communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university; MBA and/or CPA a plus

• Equal Opportunity Employer

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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