Process Improvement Lead - Accounting

Description

• Provide vision, strategy and lead special projects and process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function at UGI, as well as enhance process documentation.
• As time permits, lead aspects of the month end close process on a rotational basis while improving the process.
• Support the accounting function through participation in and leadership of various company-wide projects.
• Backfill of other Accounting roles/responsibilities during periods of transition.

Requirements

• 7+ years accounting work experience
• CPA preferred
• Desirable – Public Accounting Experience (Big 4 preferred)
• Must have bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline and CPA designation
• Desirable – Large ERP System Experience (SAP Preferred)
• Ability to work across disciplines such as payroll, benefits, IT, and other functional units. Ability to communicate with multiple persons throughout the Company to accomplish objectives
• Strong analytical skills as well as written and oral communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Required
• Minimum of 7 years related supervisory work experience in corporate or public accounting, Big Four experience preferred
• Expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) & Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance. SEC Reporting expertise is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in proactively leading, managing, motivating and coaching a team of accounting professionals
• MBA Preferred

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance