Accounting Manager

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Job Description

Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At FIS you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.

About the team

The Global Statutory Reporting team handles the mandatory submission of financial information to government agencies in more than 50 countries worldwide. 

This is a hybrid role with the expectation of being in the Jacksonville office 3 days a week.

What you will be doing

• Oversee team audit and accounting portfolio for 70+ vendors which includes Procurement approval, Engagement letter review, fee approval and adherence to budget.

• Oversee dividend approval process to ensure dividends paid from FIS entities are within legal limits.

• Review and analyze annual audited and non-audited financial statements for multiple international subsidiary companies.

• Participation in annual audits and at times overseeing and coordinating audit requests.

• Research accounting and financial reporting rules and regulations in assigned countries and apply them to assigned companies.

• Manage various ad hoc queries.

• Manage the team’s performance by implementing goals and documenting progress.

• Develop, motivate, and empower staff which includes planning, coaching, recruiting, performance development and mentoring.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• 2-3 years of experience managing projects.

• 5+ years of accounting and/or audit experience.  Big 4 experience is desirable. 

• Proficient ability to create spreadsheets and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and accounting software.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Knowledge of external auditing processes and procedures as well as accounting principles and financial statements.

• Experience in analytical and statistical examination for complex problem solving and ability to communicate to leadership.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work in an organized manner and consistently follow-up on tasks.

Added bonus if you have:

• CPA license

• International accounting experience

• Experience managing large projects

What we offer you:

At FIS, you can learn, grow and make an impact in your career. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible and creative work environment.

• Diverse and collaborative atmosphere.

• Professional and personal development resources.

• Opportunities to volunteer and support charities.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

Privacy Statement

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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