EMEA Revenues And Margin Accountant
Global Eagle Entertainment
Knutsford, UKThis was removed by the employer on 5/31/2017 4:07:00 PM PST
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Description
Accountant – Revenues & Margin | Global Eagle
Located in Knutsford, England, working at the E.M.EA.-A Shared Service Centre (“SSC”) finance team, the company requires a EMEA Revenues and Margin Accountant for its European and Middle-Eastern locations. The SSC consists of 30 employees in Knutsford.
Key responsibilities
Supervised by the Accounting Manager - Revenues & Margin, the Accounting Manager - Revenues & Margin will be responsible for the monthly revenue and the cost of sales for a portfolio of the region’s clients and will have an exposure to all aspects of the business.
The Commercial Manager will:
• Through knowledge of contracts ensure that revenue and margins are correctly reported in line with GAAP. Prepare monthly sales and margin reports, variance analysis and explanations.
• Prepare deferred revenues and accrued revenues schedules and journals.
• Working with account management and operations, prepare timely and accurate contract sales invoices and supporting analysis. Proactively follow-up with clients regarding overdue debt and invoicing queries to improve collections.
• Review purchase order and cost reports for licence fees, technical services and prepare appropriate cost accruals. Calculate royalty accruals arising from content delivered.
• Assist in improving invoicing processes ensuring all activities are invoiced completely, accurately and timeously.
• Assist in improving revenue and cost of sales activities and processes, applying these to all contracts and documenting these. Preparation of reports, presentations, and summaries for Senior Management as required.
• Maintain effective SOX controls and documentation.
• Liaise with the owners of the P.O. system and Oracle to resolve technical issues.
• Supports the Vice-president and Finance and Revenues Manager to deliver overall financial requirements and targets. Works closely with Ledger Manger EMEA for the month-end close and review.
• Liaise with the sales team members in European and Middle-Eastern locations. Liaison with internal and external auditors to support financial and SOX audits.
Qualifications
and competencies
• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CA or CPA;
• At least 5 years post/qualification experience gained in commerce or industry in a non/audit role Experience with Oracle accounting system is a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Good understanding of accounting theory and US GAAP
• Detail oriented and organized in work with the ability to meet assigned deadlines
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance,
• creativity, problem solving, and results
• Excellent knowledge of all accounting functions and related internal controls, including accounts receivable and billing Strong analytical skills
• Proactive and independent