Arrow Electronics

  • Centennial, Colorado
General Ledger Accountant
Skills :     Accountant
Job Description:

Job Description:

Arrow Enterprise Computing Solutions (ECS), a part of Arrow Electronics, brings innovative IT solutions to market to solve complex business challenges. We deliver value-added distribution, business consulting and channel enablement services to leading technology manufacturers and their channel partners. We help businesses grow faster, operate efficiently and transform in a dynamic market.  

Find more information about us on our page: Home | Arrow ECS UK

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Principal Accountabilities

To work within the Accounting team working to deliver the necessary accounting and reporting requirements expected within a large complex organisation.  The role will be involved in General Ledger controlling and reporting, compliance, tax, statutory and multiple general accounting and reporting activities, along with a range of other financial reconciliation and control tasks as required within the team.

All tasks to be carried out in a Total Quality manner, consistent with the Company culture.

The job role would include as a guide the following items:

  • Control and manage the accuracy of the General Ledger for Arrow Ireland

  • Complete all relevant month-end financial close procedures including necessary accruals and prepayments activities.

  • Prepare and be responsible for all necessary internal reporting required within Europe and to US head office.

  • Cash Forecasting, Hedging and Revaluation.

  • Statutory accounting and corporation tax work

  • Statutory/Corporate reconciliations and European consolidation

  • Control VAT, Intrastat and EC Sales List Reporting, submission of Vat Returns, and related compliance.

  • Support and be involved with all audit work.

  • Manage the fixed asset register and all relevant accounting, liaising with the accounts payable clerks and other business areas where required.

  • Prepare any necessary variance analysis for all of the above.

  • Support other accountants within the team on a variety of tasks in order to meet the total needs of the finance department.

  • Involvement in developing new/efficient processes/procedures within the accounting team.

  • Provide support and assistance to the  Finance Manager on projects and ad-hoc tasks.

Key Interfaces

  • Interface with another finance department, other Arrow companies, Europe and Corporate headquarters and all necessary external parties such as Auditors and Tax Advisors.

Measurable Performance Standards

  • Accuracy of work

  • Meeting deadlines

  • Deliver and maintain suitable and efficient solutions.

  • Team working within the accounting team and wider finance departments.

What are we looking for?  

Key Skills

  • Good knowledge of accounting, preferably part or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA)

  • High-level usage of Excel and data manipulation

  • Dedication and commitment to achieve results and deadlines.

  • Oracle or Microsoft AX knowledge/experience an advantage.

Critical Competencies

  • Sound knowledge of general accounting and reporting processes

  • Effective resolution of complex reporting requirements

  • Highly numerate and methodical

  • Maintain efficient control under pressure to meet deadlines

  • Good communication skills

  • Time management and prioritization skills

Experience

  • Range of Accounting Work

  • Strong Excel, Finance system and data manipulation skills

  • Management information systems

  • Recognised part or full accountancy qualification

  • Team working within the accounting team and wider finance departments.

What is in it for you?  

·       Hybrid model - 2 - 3 days in the office

·       Extra benefits, including life insurance and pension scheme

·       Annual leave of 25 days 

·       Reliable & trusting work environment   

·       Cooperative team with flat structures and communication  

·       Professional and personal development  

Arrow is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse working environment by providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons.