Motorola Solutions
We help people be their best in the moments that matter.
Chicago, IL
Hybrid

Sr. Accounting Analyst

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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.


Department Overview
The position is part of the Corporate Controller's organization and directly reports to the Corporate Accounting Manager. The Corporate Accounting Manager has responsibility for consolidation of worldwide financial statements, monthly accounting close procedures and a subset of technical accounting functions.
Job Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for accounting for activity related to employee benefits, insurance costs, investments and Intercompany eliminations. 

The individual will have responsibilities for the execution of accounting close processes over the Company's consolidated financial statements.

  • Perform accounting for US and Canada Health & Welfare Benefit programs (i.e. Medical, Dental & Life Insurance; 401K; Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, etc.)

  • Period accounting for US Pension Plans, Investments, Legal Reserves, Deferred Compensation and Insurance Other than Group (IOTG)

  • Preparing journal entries 

  • Reconciling account balances 

  • Preparing quarterly footnotes for the 10-Q and 10-K

  • Managing the external audit request list 

  • Preparing properly supported wires for legal settlements

  • Leading the processing and review of late-entries during month and quarter-end close across all regions 

  • Organizing and leading reviews of the result of foreign and domestic teams tor periodic trends in the balance sheet

  • The Individual should be able to work cross-functionally with key internal and external stakeholders including treasury, HR, tax, FP&A and operating finance teams as well as the external auditors 

  • The individual will have the opportunity to work on ad-hoc projects such as acquisitions, technical accounting projects and external reporting

Additional Knowledge/Skills:

  • Bachelors Degree; preferably in finance or accounting

  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities 

  • Effective oral and written communication skills up/down/across the organization 

  • High level of interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork and partnership

  • Knowledge of MSI internal control environment as a significant asset

  • Advanced technical accounting skills

  • Highly proficient in Excel/Tableau or similar

  • Project management/organization skills a plus


Basic Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree

  • 2+ years of working experience in Accounting or Finance


Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

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What are Motorola Solutions Perks + Benefits

Motorola Solutions Benefits Overview

Our U.S. benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
- 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Remote work program
Our remote work program includes telecommuting at Manager discretion.
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Relocation assistance
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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