[Remote] Accounting Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution, and they are seeking an Accounting Analyst to oversee general ledger and accounting activities for assigned entities. The role involves ensuring timely completion of close-related activities, managing risks, and mentoring new team members.ResponsibilitiesResponsible to review and approve monthly and quarterly account reconciliations as prepared by the Global Staff Accountant to lower risk and ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenanceResponsible to review and approve medium to high risk journal entries as prepared by the Global Staff AccountantAct as the escalation point of contact for the Sysco entities on the balance sheet accounts assignedOverall responsibility for month-end task list, including BPC reporting packages for financial consolidation, on assigned accounts and entities to ensure all period close activities are completed on time and accuratelyRegularly attend key stakeholder meetings to discuss open risks and develop action plans to resolveReview and recommend modifications to accounting systems and proceduresDevelops and performs analytics on key accounts to drive resolution, create efficiencies in reviews, provide entity wide visibility, and reduce overall riskResponsible for understanding and applying the Financial & Accounting Methods Manual (FAMM) and suggesting additions and/or updates where necessarySupport internal and external audit requestsReview and provide feedback to the SBS Global team regarding Reconciliations, Journal Entries and other assigned tasksReview and approve SOPs prepared by Global Staff Accountants; ensure the accuracy of current SOPs and assist Global Staff Accountants to revise if neededMentor new Accounting Analysts at SBS and Staff Accountants at SBS Global team members on Sysco Accounting processes and cultureSuggest process improvements and works with upstream process owners to streamline the end-to-end processesSupport the Accounting Team Lead on overall team management where necessaryComplete special projects as necessaryEnsures adherence to department goals/metrics, Internal Audit reports, and SLAsSkills5 years Accounting or related experience requiredBachelor degree in Accounting or Finance requiredDemonstrates the ability to analyze and reconcile reportsAbility to find & resolve discrepanciesAble to work cross-functionally to solve problemsProficiency with Microsoft Office and specialized accounting / finance software ERP Systems (i.e., workday)Strong communication skillsBenefitsYou may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.Company OverviewSysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://sysco.com/Contact/Contact/Our-Locations/Cincinnati.