Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to listen critically and interact with individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization
Advanced technology skills, including Excel, Word, automated accounting software, business intelligence cubes and related report writing tools is required
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to work independently to assess available information, draw conclusions and understandings, and present such conclusions effectively to other parties
High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and stay focused on assigned priorities, work independently to meet internal and external deadlines and produce a consistently high-quality product
Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment
Possess superior customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to show initiative, exercise judgment and adapt to change
Responsibilities
In the role of Accountant Senior you will be working in our Finance and Administration Department
To perform functions that ensure the Controller’s Office is successful in meeting the ongoing financial compliance needs of MCW by providing timely and accurate deliverables and oversight related to tax, tax-exempt debt, internal controls, audit and related regulatory guidance, while seeking and achieving continuous enhancement of financial compliance services, systems, processes and work product
Collaborate with the Financial Compliance Coordinator, the Financial Operations team, and the Treasury team within the Controller’s Office to:
Assist with the timely preparation and submission of corporate tax returns for MCW and all related organizations
Examples include 990s, the 990T, sales tax and 5500s
Assist with researching, monitoring and implementing tax-related processes and activities
Preparing workpapers and analysis
Monitoring transactions for potential tax impacts
Researching and implementing new tax guidance
Communicating tax impacts to finance leadership
Resolving technical tax matters
Working with external tax advisors
Assist with activities related to issuing and maintaining compliance with taxable and tax-exempt debt
Maintaining a solid understanding of MCW’s debt compliance requirements; performing activities to avoid default and maintain tax-exempt status
Maintaining records, preparing calculations, and working with outside advisors to assure compliance
Participating in activities related to issuance of new debt, including responding to due diligence requests
Assist with duties to ensure and enhance internal controls related to financial processes
Maintaining security processes for external financial systems and services
Assessing MCW’s internal controls over financial reporting and recommending process enhancements
Assist with the preparation of audit workpapers and footnote disclosures related to areas of responsibility
Assist with various department projects including implementation of significant new accounting guidance, ad hoc analytics and reporting, surveys, audit, and other tasks as identified