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Pitney Bowes Senior Accounting Manager in Tampa, Florida

At Pitney Bowes, we do the right thing, the right way. As a member of our team, you can too.

We have amazing people who are the driving force, the inspiration and foundation of our company. Our thriving culture can be broken down into four components: Client. Team. Win. Innovate.

We actively look for prospects who:

• Are passionate about client success.

• Enjoy collaborating with others.

• Strive to exceed expectations.

• Move boldly in the quest for superior and best in market solutions.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

A performance-driven Individual who understands financial information, transactional accounting, and internal controls. You are relationship-oriented and will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations for the GFS business unit. The position is in Tampa and interacting with our outsourcing provider, which is located in India (working US hours). You will ensure that financial activities are aligned with Company goals and objectives, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles, in compliance with government regulations and Pitney Bowes Corporate Accounting policies and meet established service level agreements (SLAs).

Responsibilities:

  • Functionally responsible for delivering general accounting and reporting services across the enterprise for the GFS business unit.

  • Lead the monthly and quarterly close and reporting process; ensure timely, relevant communication and set the standard for excellence and high quality deliverables

  • Leader of a team that will be responsible for:

  • Preparing journal entries in compliance with Company standards and policies as well as drive improvements in our documentation and processes

  • Conducting detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and performing flux analysis

  • Generating ad-hoc financial reports, perform general ledger account analysis and technical accounting research as requested

  • Supporting fixed asset and lease accounting

  • Revenue accounting and reconciling and posting related entries

  • Record project-related transactions

  • Assisting with continuous improvement and automation initiatives in support of corporate strategies

  • Working closely with our outsourcing provider to review and approve entries, reconciliations, and other month-end close related activities

  • Lead cross functional special projects

  • Drive the close cycle automation initiatives intended to condense the close cycle, reduce manual work and improve controllership

  • Document current state processes, where they don’t exist, and be comfortable training others in service delivery

  • Maintain effective internal controls for the financial close and consolidation processes, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements and mitigating financial risk

  • Actively support internal and external audits including preparation of audit support and responding to auditor inquiries

Background:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred, not required

  • 9+ years of accounting or equivalent

  • Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and Sarbanes Oxley regulations

  • Banking and/or lease accounting experience preferred

  • Experience managing US-based staff

  • Experience within an outsourced or shared services R2R function preferred

  • Understanding of the financial close process, including intercompany accounting

  • Knowledge of internal controls and how to effectively implement them

  • Knowledge of financial systems; SAP and Hyperion preferred

  • Advanced Excel Knowledge Required

  • Must be able to effectively communicate and present complex business and financial analysis and concepts to management

Our Team:

Pitney Bowes Financial Services has a long history of simplifying shipping and mailing for our customers. For over 50 years, our captive financing has streamlined equipment purchases, while our payment solutions help customers simplify the cash management of their mailing and shipping logistics.

Compensation:

The wage range for this position is $97,000 to $122,000 per year, with the actual pay dependent on your skills and experience as they relate to the job requirements and the location where you will be performing the job. This position is eligible to earn an annual incentive bonus.

Location:

This is an onsite position in Tampa, FL.

We will:

• Provide the opportunity to grow and develop your career

• Offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas

• Deliver challenging and unique opportunities to contribute to the success of a transforming organization

• Offer comprehensive benefits globally (PB Live Well (https://careers.pitneybowes.com/global/en/pb-live-well) )

Pitney Bowes is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

Women/Men/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/LGBTQ+ are encouraged to apply.

All interested individuals must apply online. Individuals with disabilities who cannot apply via our online application should refer to the alternate application options via our Individuals with Disabilities link. 

Pitney Bowes is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

Women/Men/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/LGBTQ are encouraged to apply.

All interested individuals must apply online. Individuals with disabilities who cannot apply via our online application should refer to the alternate application options via our Individuals with Disabilities link.

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