Accountant- Equipment Leasing
Responsibilities
- Complete monthly bank reconciliation and ensure timely posting of daily cash entries in the ledger
- Prepare journal entries (accrued expenses, prepaid, fixed assets, ASC 842, etc.) and perform balance sheet account reconciliations
- Intercompany billing and reconciliations
- Review and enter invoices to accounts payable, communicating with department managers to confirm the nature of the activity
- Post journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts (ADP integration review, benefits, etc.) in coordination with HR department
- Assist tax preparers, internal and external auditors
- Assist in monthly closing and preparation of the financial statements
- Compile monthly sales sheet and process monthly salesperson commissions
- Update and maintain accounting policies and procedures
- Support CFO in cash management (including foreign currency operations), cash flow forecasting, intercompany funding, and RWA reporting
Profile required
DIVISION DESCRIPTION:
Equipment Finance is a preferred provider of High-Tech and Industrial financing solutions. Societe Generale’s Equipment Finance team focuses on multinational vendors looking for a financing partner with international capabilities and independent equipment.
Competencies:
Must Have:
- 4+ years professional experience, in leasing industry preferred
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS, previous experience in lease accounting preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
- Proficient in Excel and Word
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Nice to Have:
- Previous experience in lease accounting preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics preferred
- Experience in ALM areas (Treasury, Liquidity, Risk Management, etc) a plus
Business insight
OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.
For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)
D&I:
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Vision:
• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients
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HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
For most positions, Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable Business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.
COMPENSATION & SALARY RANGE:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.