Senior Staff Accountant PRIMARY DUTIES: Includes but is not limited to the following: • Internal/External Audit Management • Internal Audit Management – Auditing of internal Finance processes. • Audit preparation including preparing and leading internal and external audits – organizing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. • Serve as lead for consolidation audits, ensuring accurate data and compliance with all regulatory requirements. • Collaborate globally to facilitate and support completion of global auditing process and compliance. • Coordinate auditor requests for interim and year-end audits, as well as auditor requests for tax information. • Review of auditor requests before submission to auditors. • Financial/Accounting • Review entries for bonds/equities and the Zipvest board report as part of investment accounting responsibilities. • Assist in financial reporting on project performance including variances, forecasts, and expenditure tracking. • Ensure GAAP and tax compliance. • Process Improvement • Identify and communicate best practices in financial oversight for the Finance team in an effort to improve efficiency and effectiveness. • Provide training and support to other team members on financial aspects of project management and audit readiness. • Reporting and Communication • Maintain accurate documentation for processes, audits, and financial performance, and review with appropriate Finance management. • Perform other related duties as assigned EDUCATION AND ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience • MBA or Masters in Accounting preferred; CPA preferred • 10-15 years of financial statement analysis experience. • Supervisory experience required. • Demonstrated Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required. • Knowledge of AX operating system a plus. Smoking is permitted in most areas of Zippo workplace facilities, other than certain designated non-smoking areas.