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This is a key position within the Magenta Service Center (MSC) in the Project to Retire (PTR) Accounting Team (specifically, Fixed Assets Accounting). The MSC – PTR Team is responsible for preparation and maintenance of accounting records, monthly accounting close activities and accounting variance analysis. Ensuring that our books are closed timely and accurately in compliance with our accounting policies, that accounting estimates are appropriate given the risks and uncertainties involved, and that our accounting records contain the information necessary to meet our reporting requirements for internal management, tax compliance and T-Mobile/Deutsche Telekom reporting requirements. This team also has responsibility for the development, modification, and maintenance of internal controls within these accounting processes to ensure the accuracy and objectivity of our financial records including SOX requirements. The Accountant I is responsible for managing multiple tasks that account for the financial results for Fixed Asset Accounting within the Project to Retire Accounting Team.
Job Responsibility
Participate in the monthly financial close process, including preparation of journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and performing variance analysis for Fixed Asset Accounting
Understand the transactional flow through the various systems to monitor and ensure financial results are accurately reflected in the financial statements
Identify and communicate issues or areas for process improvements, drive towards resolution, and help implement best practices
Maintain knowledge of current accounting standards and SEC reporting requirements to ensure proper application in T-Mobile’s close and financial reporting process
Support the SOX control program
Support quarterly and annual financial audits performed by internal and external auditors
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
Responsible for other projects, as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 1+ year of progressive experience in accounting or finance
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
Nice to have
Public accounting or public company experience
CPA or Chartered Accountant
Communications, technology, or retail industry experience
Possess a strong understanding of accounting systems and internal controls
Demonstrated ability to make fact-based decisions and recommendations
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities while meeting set deadlines for team deliverables
Demonstrated ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Effectively collaborates and communicates with all levels of organization and cross-functional business partners
Experience with ERP systems and related reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Blackline)
Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, sum if, x-lookup, etc.)
Understanding of large-scale data mining and reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI, SQL, Alteryx)