Overview:
Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.
A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.
As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.
About the Role:
The Senior GL Accountant is responsible for initial preparation of general accounting and financial reporting activities for assigned entities, including journal entries/reconciliations, statutory reporting/compliance, corporate tax provisions, variance analyses, and other ad-hoc activities. This role aligns to the new organization structure within the RTR team to enable simplified and streamlined operations of the global business service center located in Ireland.
Responsibilities:
Role Overview:
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Execute entity accounting activities such as, but not limited to, conducting general ledger closing activities (i.e. journal entries and account reconciliations), intercompany recharge activity, lease activity and performing ad hoc support activities in a timely manner
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Complete adjustments, accruals and other types of journal entries in accordance with the financial standards and controls framework
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Support the statutory reporting preparation, compliance activities and governance processes for specific entities and support any associated audits
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Prepare quarterly bridge between US GAAP and local GAAP, corporate tax provisions to be reviewed by Tax team, and variance analyses
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Help maintain ledgers within SAP to ensure accurate and consistent records, and improve relevant processes across the team
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Promptly respond to information requests from stakeholders
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Ensure that financial information complies with professional and regulatory standards
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Support annual US GAAP audit process and periodic indirect tax return review, as needed
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Compliance with internal controls (SOX)
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Achieve deadlines set by leadership and the business, and proactively monitor and raise instances where deadlines cannot be met in a timely fashion
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Actively manage workload and escalate inefficiencies and concerns to the Team Lead
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Function as a member of a team, demonstrating effective teamwork and relationship building
Qualifications:
Minimum Education Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting (or local equivalent)
- Professional accountancy Qualification such as, CPA, CFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA preferred
- 2-4 years’ experience in a relevant finance and/or accounting role, preferably in a GBS environment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- SAP Experience w/S4 and/or ECC a plus
- Strong enterprise business acumen, knowledge and understanding of work processes performed by Finance
- Experience in top-tier accounting firm is preferred
- In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and regulations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with employees, supervisors and customers
- Strong analytical and time management skills
- Read, write and speak English. Additional language skills a plus
Diversity And Inclusion
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.
