Lead Senior GL Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Employer
Western Digital
Location
San Jose, California
Salary
Competitive
Posted
Oct 21, 2024
Closes
Nov 01, 2024
Ref
2837185689
Role Type
Accountant
Role Level
Lead / Head
Work Mode
Hybrid
Employment Type
Full Time
Organization Type
Corporate
Job Description

This full-time position is hybrid based at Western Digital's offices in San Jose or Irvine, California

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional looking to take their career to the next level. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively execute in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving business environment and possess excellent attention to detail. The Senior GL Accountant will report to the Senior Accounting Manager and will play a critical role in managing the Company's general ledger, including in the areas of derivatives and foreign currency activities, and the related month-end close & reconciliation process. This position will make key contributions by partnering with other functions, such as Treasury and Tax, to ensure our general ledger accounts are maintained appropriately. This role will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with established internal controls and prepare supporting audit schedules.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries and analyses for more complex areas of accounting, such as derivatives, forward contracts, foreign currency matters, and joint venture investments

Prepare account reconciliations on a monthly basis and ensure outstanding reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis

Partner with other functions, such as Treasury and Tax, and provide guidance regarding accounting matters

Support new business initiatives and implement relevant new processes

Support accounting team in month-end / quarter-end close process

Prepare month-end close presentation and related reporting activities for Interest and Other Expense

Prepare and establish formal monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis for related accounts

Develop, enhance or maintain an effective internal control environment

Be proactive in providing recommendations regarding process improvements, improved productivity, service quality, increased internal controls and cost saving measures; and implement such approved measures

Perform other related duties or ad hoc projects

Work with external auditors during quarterly, interim and annual audits.