Primary Role: - Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations - Contribute to the month-end close through prioritization, automation, and other methods that will drive accuracy in financial reporting and reduce close days - Assist the Accounting Manager with any ad hoc research, clean-up, and projects - Analyze and explain monthly financial statement fluctuations and variances - Work with various departments to streamline data flow and processes - Drive process efficiency by developing expertise in assigned areas; identifying areas for improvement, and creating and implementing solutions that bring value to the team