Senior Accountant

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for performing day-to-day accounting operations, assisting senior leadership with our financial strategy, and aligning the policies and procedures of Hanwha Q Cells Technologies, Inc. This onsite position is based out of our San Francisco office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily accounting operations, including journal entries, payroll entries, and account reconciliations.
• Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare rolling cash projections.
• Manage capital assets.
• Reconcile HR credit card transactions.
• Complete monthly closing tasks assigned by the Controller, including maintaining accruals and prepaid expenses.
• Conduct monthly benefit reconciliations and semi-monthly 401(k) benefit liability reconciliations.
• Prepare annual 1099 forms and supporting documents for the Controller's review.
• Compile tax workpapers (tax PBCs) for the tax department of Hanwha Affiliates, subject to the Controller's review.
• Research and investigate tax requirements across various cities, counties, and states.
• Assist the Controller with sales and use tax returns, property tax returns, and excise tax filings across multiple states.
• Support the Controller with statutory filings, business registrations, and tax compliance.
• Assist with quarterly and annual audits, including tax PBC preparation.
• Provide backup support to other finance team members.
• Assist in managing financial matters related to government grants.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and Controller.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Master's Degree in Accounting required
• Minimum 7 years of professional accounting experience required
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end processes required
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting 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

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.
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