I. Job Summary:
Position is responsible to perform accounting for accruals and expenses at Shentel with primary focus on ensuring cost of services, SG&A, ASC 842 lease accounting, prepaid expenses and other accruals and expenses are tracked and accounted for properly. This role involves working cross-functionally to provide financial insights that drive data-informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will have analytical capabilities and experience working with public company financials - a general understanding/experience within the telecommunications sector is a plus.
II. Duties and Responsibilities:
* Perform internal financial reporting and analysis to support accurate and timely decision-making across the organization.
* Assist with preparation of internal management reporting
* Support month-end close in the following areas: Accruals, prepaid expenses, budget analysis, management reporting, etc.
* Support the preparation of SEC filings, including 10-K and 10-Q reports as necessary.
* Collaborate with cost center owners to understand and maintain accurate forecasts, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals and strategic priorities.
* Create and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP and company policies to support accurate financial reporting.
* Prepare account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with accounting standards.
* Assist in maintaining and updating documentation for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls related to financial reporting and asset safeguarding.
* Ensure proper retention of records to facilitate efficient and thorough testing of SOX compliance requirements.
* Support adherence to and enforcement of internal control policies and procedures across financial operations.
* Support financial statement audit and internal control requests by providing timely and accurate documentation and analysis.
* Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support for enhancements to the company's ERP system (Oracle Fusion), ensuring finance requirements are met.
* Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by leadership, contributing financial expertise and analytical support as needed.
* Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, promoting a safe work environment.
* Serve as a brand steward by exemplifying and promoting the values of the Shentel Way, including proper use of the brand name, logo, professional appearance, and a customer-focused attitude.
II. Qualification Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; CPA preferred.
* 1-3 years of financial analysis or corporate accounting experience, preferably in a publicly traded or regulated industry.
* Experience in telecommunications, fiber infrastructure, or utilities sector is a plus.
* Experience with large scale ERP systems, preferably Oracle. Other reporting tools such as Oracle Business Intelligence, Oracle Financial Reporting Studio, and Tableau a plus.
* Familiarity with SEC filings and public company reporting standards.
III. Skills and Competencies
* Solid understanding of accounting principles, including GAAP, financial reporting, and audit procedures.
* Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal control frameworks.
* Familiar in interpreting financial statements and ensuring compliance with public company reporting requirements.
* Strong computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with the ability to build and analyze complex models.
* Ability to think analytically, maintain a strong attention to detail, and effectively management multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders, including executive leadership.