Accounting Associate
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Accounting Associate will provide administrative support to the Corporate Finance Department and work closely with the Director of Corporate Finance. This position reports to the Director of Corporate Finance or another member of senior management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position is located in Irvine, California and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the timely end-of-month closing and proper maintenance of the general ledger and all related sub ledgers. This includes preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations to assure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policy;
- Prepare period-end account reconciliations and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information;
- GL Account reconciliation and analysis;
- Perform analyses and tasks as assigned;
- Conduct complex financial/business analysis, including the preparation of accompanying reports. Based on the results, identify issues/problems and recommend solutions;
- Prepare and review cash flow reports (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, and Annual);
- Assist with quarterly review and annual external audit, and prepare assigned schedules for the annual audit and quarterly review;
- Work with non-U.S. based parent company, subsidiaries, and other affiliated companies;
- Accurately prepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends;
- Identify and implement improvements to existing processes, and display the willingness to take on special projects both individually and as part of a team;
- Prepare the document requested by Tax advisor for quarterly estimated tax calculation and income tax provision;
- Review sales tax rates for multiple states and follow up on compliance matters by state;
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or another business-related field
- Minimum of 2 years of professional accounting experience
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and IFRS
- Experience with mid to large scale organization required
- Ability to work in a team environment, multi-task and prioritize
- Hands-on experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and ledger management
- Professional experience handling monthly, quarterly, and yearly account closings
- Previous experience working in solar or renewables
- Previous experience working in a multinational company, preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly present and explain complex information
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Skilled in SAP Business One
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) status preferred
Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.
- This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.