Accounting Supervisor

Gannett’s National Shared Service Center (NSSC) is seeking a Senior Accountant for downtown Indianapolis, IN. The NSSC was created in August 2008 and is growing in regards to our accounting and finance departments.

The Accounting Supervisor will supervise the general ledger accounting staff and functions.  Responsibilities include directing staff’s duties with regards to planning, scheduling, coaching, and training and the ability to analyze staff’s functions with a vision of streamlining processes.  Supervise staff during the month end closing processes including review of journal entries, profit and loss schedules and overall timeliness of data provided to the business units.  Review and approve month end balance sheet reconciliations.  Complete more complex reconciliations with General Ledger Manager review.  Assist with internal/external audits and ensure ongoing compliance with Sarbanes Oxley and company established policies.

·          Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or business related discipline

·          Minimum 3 – 5 years financial systems analysis

·          Minimum 3 – 5 years of accounting supervisory experience

·          Shared Service experience preferred

·          Excellent communication and problem solving/analytical skills are required

·          Must have demonstrated ability to interpret and implement accounting policies and procedures with a high degree of

           accuracy in a fast paced environment

·          Solid balance sheet account reconciliation background

·          Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley

·          Detail oriented with the ability to handle high volume of data

·          Excellent interpersonal skills with emphasis on superior customer service

·          Good working knowledge of MS Office environment

·          Good knowledge of accounting policies and procedures

·          Knowledge of Lawson general ledger and accounts payable preferred

·          CPA qualification is a plus