Corporate Accountant, Alphabet Accounting

Google

3.8

(162)

Chicago, IL

Why you should apply for a job to Google:

  • 56% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 77% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Generous parental and caregiver leave along with fertility and growing family support.
  • Flexible work options that include a hybrid work model, four “work from anywhere” weeks, and remote work opportunities.
  • A chance to be a part of a variety of employee resource groups, community groups, and culture clubs.
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    Position summary

    About the job

    Google accountants are a savvy bunch who handle the core accounting responsibilities at Google. You know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end to end. You'll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, and review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports. Every day is a new challenge, and you're continually looking for ways to help our team become more efficient and effective. A team player at heart, you collaborate with our global team, advocate best practices and pitch in where needed. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support business objectives.

    You'll lead an accounting process from end-to-end. Other responsibilities include reconciling balance sheets and P&L accounts, and providing supplementary financial information for internal and external reports.

    In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Alphabet's financial reporting. You will be responsible for managing key aspects of the monthly close process, driving process improvements, and collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization. This role requires an understanding of accounting principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and an approach to process improvement.
    The name Google came from "googol," a mathematical term for the number 1 followed by 100 zeros. And nobody at Google loves big numbers like the Finance team when providing in depth analysis on all manner of strategic decisions across Google products. From developing forward-thinking analysis to generating management reports to scaling our automated financial processes, the Finance organization is an important partner and advisor to the business.

    The US base salary range for this full-time position is $99,000-$145,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

    Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

    Responsibilities

    • Manage and execute key month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.
    • Conduct technical accounting research on complex accounting issues, document findings and prepare accounting memos in a clear and comprehensive manner.
    • Manage accounting transactions and implement system solutions to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.
    • Create and deliver presentations on complex accounting topics to diverse audiences, drive process and system enhancements while maintaining efficient financial close processes and Sarbanes Oxley(SOX) controls.
    • Build cross-functional relationships across departments to support company initiatives, ensuring adherence to global policies; Identify and escalate key issues to senior leadership, partnering to drive problem-solving and decision-making.

    Why you should apply for a job to Google:

  • 56% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 77% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Generous parental and caregiver leave along with fertility and growing family support.
  • Flexible work options that include a hybrid work model, four “work from anywhere” weeks, and remote work opportunities.
  • A chance to be a part of a variety of employee resource groups, community groups, and culture clubs.