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Role & responsibilities Role Overview We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Reporting & Accounting SME to support month-end and year-end close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate should have a robust understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP / GAAP, with hands-on experience in general ledger accounting and financial close processes. Key Responsibilities Support and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in accordance with established timelines and accounting policies. Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, reclassifications, and other month-end adjustments. Perform balance sheet and account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances. Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation. Perform variance analysis between actuals, budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, and investigate significant fluctuations. Identify unusual trends, discrepancies, and accounting issues and coordinate with relevant stakeholders for resolution. Ensure transactions and financial reporting are accurately recorded in accordance with GAAP / US GAAP and company accounting policies. Assist with preparation of management reporting and financial statements and provide supporting schedules as required. Required Skills & Experience 14 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, general ledger, or month-end close activities. Solid understanding of accounting principles and GAAP / US GAAP. Robust Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and basic data analysis. Ability to work under tight month-end close deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or Microsoft Dynamics. .
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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