Staff Accountant

Posted Aug 4

The Finance team’s goal is to be a trusted and collaborative partner to all the businesses and functional teams that we work with, bringing business acumen, financial expertise and insights to aid decision-making and deliver value to our stakeholders. We strive to generate value through providing specialist advice and making recommendations to optimize decision making, delivering transparent processes and implementing governance and controls to mitigate risk.

We are looking to hire a Staff Accountant to join our Americas Accounting team.As a member of this team, you be responsible for performing a variety of general ledger and accounting functions.  In this role you will enter data and assist with Accounts Payable processes, create journal entries for expense estimates and invoice accruals, and other general accounting tasks (such as G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, and other ad hoc projects). You will also reconcile discrepancies by examining possible sources of disagreement, recreating likely actions, and identifying the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as needed.  This position is best suited for an adaptive individual with a strong analytical mindset, verbal/written communications skills, project management ability, and attention to detail.

This role will serve as an accounting business partner to various stakeholders on technical and complex issues and will have a continued focus on improving processes and procedures. 

Let’s talk about the role:

  • Prepares month-end journal entries, reconciliations, reports, roll-forwards, and schedules relating to the accounts in the specific area of focus.
  • Performs other month-end closing tasks and ad hoc projects based.
  • Reconciles discrepancies by examining possible sources of disagreement, recreating likely actions, and identifying the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as needed.
  • Maintains fixed assets, depreciation, and prepare annual property tax filing.
  • Partners with our shared service center and oversee specific accounting processes.
  • Partners with FP&A and the business to ensure accuracy of financial data.
  • Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Develops solutions to a variety of problems. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal/external working relationships.
  • Works with Accounting team to streamline month end close process by identifying potential areas of improvement and/or implementing recommendations made by the team.
  • Ensures that all respective SOX processes and controls are in compliance.
  • Performs other duties as assigned based on the necessity of the business.

Let’s talk about you:

  • Requires a minimum BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or Economics and 3 to 5 years of experience in Financial analysis, general accounting and ERP system financial process flows.
  • Strong understanding of reconciliations, T-accounts, and accounting concepts.
  • Strong computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and financial ERP systems. NetSuite and Oracle Fusion experience a plus.
  • Strong analytical capabilities along with excellent organization and communication skills required.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize deadlines.
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed
  • The highest ethical standards are required for the appropriate execution of duties.
  • Self-motivated individual with a strong commitment to accuracy.
  • Adaptable in using their organizational skills to prioritize tasks and is opportunistic in taking ownership of various projects.
  • Have a sense of urgency to anticipate busy schedules.
  • Sense of teamwork to communicate with other members of the department/organization to complete assignments on time and accurately.
  • Possess openness in their problem-solving and integrity in their research to effectively address the needs of the business.
  • Equivalent combination of experience and/or education may be considered.

We are shaping the future at ResMed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.

Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.

At ResMed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: $28.00/hr - $35.00/hr

For remote positions located outside of the US, pay will be determined based the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.