Operating as a key member of the Bristow financial reporting team, preparing and analyzing monthly and quarterly balance sheet and cash flow financial results as compiled in the company’s internal reporting package for management. Assisting in the preparation of disclosures and supporting schedules used in external reporting on SEC filing forms (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) as well as preparing accompanying tie-outs for assigned sections. Responsible for coordinating and tracking support from regions and other teams used in the preparation of internal financial package and SEC filings, working to streamline and shorten the reporting cycle and assisting with other special projects and ad hoc requests as needed.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performing analysis and review of balance sheet and working capital transactions and financial data (i.e. financial variance and flux analysis) by extracting data from the company’s ERP and reporting systems, regional accounting analytics files and from the Treasury Department’s liquidity reports.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the company’s balance sheet, equity roll forward, other comprehensive income and cash flow support schedules and accompanying analysis;
- Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and filing of the Company’s quarterly and annual financial statements, and other SEC filings (Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.), primarily for all non-P&L disclosures;
- Track and accurately capture all special items and Non-GAAP financial measures used in reporting;
- Manage the support tracking logs used to collect and prepare various filings;
- Work to maintain reports as required and ensure that reports are accurate and comply with GAAP, SEC regulations, professional standards, and organization policies;
- Conduct financial studies and analyses as requested by management and further improve the quality of information collected in the overall analysis process;
- Prepare and review supporting disclosures and workpapers, prepare tie-outs and assist with quarterly and annual filings, reviews and audits;
- Work closely with the Business, Corporate Accounting, Global Financial Services, Treasury, Legal, Tax, and Decision Support functions to ensure the quality, accuracy and consistency of the financial data provided;
- Assist in the expansion of the internal financial reporting package;
- Prepare regulatory reporting forms required by U.S. Department of Commerce and Board of Labor and Statistics;
- Work effectively across the Company’s functional organizations. Promote effective communication and coordination across groups, both internal and external to the Finance function, to improve efficiency and achieve desired results;
- Documenting the internal and parts of the external financial reporting process and supporting the creation of a process/procedures manual;
- Provide support to external auditors in annual audits and quarterly reviews;
- Assist in the maintenance of internal control compliance as it relates to required financial controls and disclosures;
- Perform other ad hoc job duties and projects as needed.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: (minimum education requirements, key skills and experience)
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required;
- Experience preparing cash flow statements and/or balance sheet flux analysis required;
- 5&43; years of experience with financial reporting, financial analysis, corporate accounting or finance with publicly traded company;
- Possess and maintain working knowledge of U.S. GAAP;
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a global matrix environment with proven capability to gain commitment and coordinated action for initiatives, including maintaining effective working relationships across the company;
- Excellent workload prioritization, time management, and project management skills with practical experience managing projects;
- Experience and knowledge in SEC reporting and SOX requirements preferred.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required;
- Ability to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines;
- Highly collaborative, works with all stakeholders to deliver results, keep others informed and shows initiative;
- Advanced skills and experience with financial and accounting reporting systems / applications; SAP, OneStream preferred;
- Workiva Wdesk experience preferred
- Strong computer literacy including MS office products, especially Excel and PowerPoint required;
- Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, honesty, and personal integrity.
Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
