Payroll Accountant

This role has been designated as ‘Office’, which means you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Job Description

Job Family Definition:

Partners with the businesses to ensure that the capital strategies are operationally supported and strategically focused to secure the greatest return on investment for the global company. Gathers financial data and performs financial analyses and reporting (e.g., profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow, pricing, etc.) to influence decisions within the business and to drive cross-business initiatives (e.g., Mergers & Acquisitions). Drives the forecasting process (weekly, monthly, and long term) by analyzing trends within the businesses and ensuring alignment with business- and corporate-wide objectives. Communicates and drives adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the organization's financial goals and policies. Has the fiduciary responsibility to represent financial results correctly both internally and externally Ensures strong business controls.

Management Level Definition

Uses ability as a skilled specialist to contribute to the development of new concepts/techniques and to complete assignments/tasks in innovative and effective ways. Expert knowledge on the general/technical aspects of the job. Works on assignments that are highly complex in nature where a strong degree of initiative and technical knowledge are required to resolve problems. Work is completed independently and has ability to handle most unique situations. Frequently determines methods and procedures for new assignments. May supervise the activities of other non-exempt employees.

Responsibilities
• Owns and executes accounting processes within area of expertise.
• Performs complex analysis of transactional accounting information to support decision making.
• Typically the first escalation point of contact for complex systems or policy issues related to area of expertise.
• Leads the implementation of new corporate-wide accounting processes and systems.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvements and makes recommendations.
• Implements and assures effective business controls through review, analysis, and verification.
• Assists in training and mentoring of department team.
• Leads the development, implementation, maintenance, and communication procedures to ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Education And Experience Required
• Associates degree strongly preferred.
• Typically 6+ years of work experience.
• Typically 2+ years experience in an accounting environment.

Knowledge And Skills
• Strong computation skills.
• Excellent business application skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SAP).
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent understanding of accounting processes.
• Excellent database skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Job

Finance

Job Level

Advanced

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.

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