The Red Hat Global Accounting function is seeking a Senior GL Accountant to join the Global Accounting and Consolidations team. Responsibilities include consolidating Red Hat results in accordance with US GAAP.  In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate preparation of consolidated journal entries, reporting, trial balance mapping, and communicating with various stakeholders (Regional Accounting/FP&A/Procurement/Treasury/IT/others) to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and reporting requirements. 

What you will do:

• Develop, standardize and optimize policies, processes, procedures and business controls to deliver expected value
• Benchmark and apply industry and internal best practices
• Proficiently diagnose and identify problems and needs; define and prioritize improvements, ensure alignment to process vision, strategy and goals.
• Proactively communicate and overcome barriers to deliver expected outcomes
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand reporting deliverables and maintain supporting systems (KNIME, GL Wand, etc.)
• Prepare supporting documentation and analysis for a broad range of accounting areas
• Support audit requests – both external and internal
• Assist in process control requirements relevant to topic and where appropriate implement process efficiencies
• Model professionalism and operate in the spirit of teamwork and trust; promote a responsive, supportive and open environment.
• Prioritize to support ad hoc projects as needed

What you bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Knowledge of major accounting software, specifically experience with Oracle and Concur is a plus
• Good attitude and willingness to learn new things

The salary range for this position is $74,900.00 - $119,830.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. 

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
●    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
●    Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
●    Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
●    Retirement 401(k) with employer match
●    Paid time off and holidays
●    Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
●    Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
●    Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Red Hat
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