Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting

As a Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting at Pilot Company, your primary responsibilities include preparing and analyzing internal and external financial reports, conducting financial analysis, and supporting the annual audit process. You will also ensure compliance with GAAP, complete Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and research complex financial accounting issues.

To qualify for the Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting position at Pilot Company, you must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting control or reporting functions. Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal control principles, and financial reporting systems is essential for success in this role.

In the role of Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting at Pilot Company, compliance and control are ensured through stringent adherence to GAAP requirements, conducting Sarbanes-Oxley compliance assessments, and preparing quarterly and annual financial documents that support external audits, leading to accurate financial reporting.

A successful Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting at Pilot Company should be well-versed in various financial and reporting systems such as Budgeting, Hyperion, Lawson, Infor, and SQL. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills are also necessary to streamline reporting processes and analyses.

Working as a Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting at Pilot Company in Knoxville offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment where you will interact with various departments. You can anticipate a supportive company culture that emphasizes career development, attention to detail, and problem-solving.

Discuss specific systems you've used such as Budgeting or Hyperion, and explain how you utilized them to streamline financial reporting processes. Be sure to mention any accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to enhance efficiency and accuracy in reporting.

Explain your understanding of GAAP principles and provide examples of how you have applied them in your previous roles. Detail any experiences where you improved compliance or corrected discrepancies.

Discuss your process for researching and resolving financial accounting issues, including how you collaborate with team members to gather information and verify accuracy, showcasing your analytical skills and attention to detail.

Think of a specific instance where your involvement was critical during the audit. Highlight your ability to prepare financial documents, work with auditors, and ensure that all necessary information was readily available.

Share your strategies for managing multiple priorities effectively, such as using project management tools, setting timelines, and maintaining a proactive communication style with your team to ensure deadlines are met.

Give a detailed account of a system or methodology you employed to check for accuracy in your reports, such as double-checking figures, peer reviews, or implementing software checks.

Highlight skills such as analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and familiarity with financial reporting systems. Discuss how these skills contributed to your success in past roles.

Provide an example that demonstrates your approach to conflict resolution, focusing on communication, understanding different perspectives, and working towards a positive outcome that benefits the team.

Share what aspects of financial reporting you find most rewarding, whether it's the analytical challenge, the opportunity to provide valuable insights, or how it contributes to the greater goals of the organization.

Express your interest in Pilot Company’s values, culture, and position within the industry. Mention how your skills and experience align with the company’s objectives and how you can contribute to their ongoing success.