Sr. Accountant – Technical Accounting
| Company | Comcast |
|---|---|
| Location | Philadelphia, PA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Accounting Research
- Accounting Standards
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze contracts (e.g., customer agreements, vendor contracts, leases, intercompany transactions, and M&A deals) to identify accounting considerations.
- Research complex accounting issues and prepare technical accounting memos and white papers with well-supported conclusions.
- Provide guidance and recommendations on accounting treatment for new or non-standard transactions across global entities.
- Keep current on new accounting pronouncements and guidance to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
- Monitor and assess the impact of new accounting standards and global regulatory changes and support implementation efforts.
- Contribute to the development and global rollout of accounting policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including functional accounting, legal, FP&A, procurement, operations and international and domestic divisions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Work closely with external auditors during audits and technical discussions.
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5-7 Years of Relevant Work Experience