Revenue Recognition Analyst Ii

Company Description
Experian is the world’s leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We are thrilled to share that **FORTUNE **has named** Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for**. In addition, for the last five years we’ve been named in the **100 “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Forbes Magazine**. With a focus on our employees, we have been certified for the third time as Great Place To Work (GPTW). Experian Consumer Information Services is redefining the way our clients do business within all aspects of the customer credit lifecycle. Fueled by best-in-class data and innovative technology we help businesses make smarter decisions, identify consumers, make decisions on loans, market to prospects and collect.

**Job Description**:
Experian’s Revenue Recognition Finance team is seeking a Financial Analyst to meet our growing needs in Costa Rica. As an Analyst, you will be an integral part of the month, quarter, year-end closes for the North America (NA) Revenue Finance team.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and post journal entries associated with month end close.
- Prepare deferred revenue and accrued sales account reconciliations.
- Analyze supporting documentation with view of deferred revenue and accrued sales positions.
- Review underlying sales contracts and determine appropriate revenue recognition.
- Support NA revenue finance team in enforcement of controls and external/internal audits.
- Implement procedures to achieve efficient and effective month end close with a continuous improvement mindset.
Assist with researching audit and flex analysis requests.
- Perform quality control procedures for deferred revenue and accrued sales.
- Collaborate with BU Finance on gaining deeper understanding of products and contracts at hand.
- Inform NA revenue accounting team of any high-risk items.
- Provide support to the Revenue Finance team for various initiatives and projects.

**Qualifications**:

- 2-4 years of experience in accounting: journal entries, account reconciliation, month-end and year-end close process; experience in revenue recognition activities is strongly preferred.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
- Understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities under tight time frames.
- Team oriented with a positive attitude.
- Highly deadline driven with the ability to demonstrate ownership of the tasks assigned.
- Strong relationship building skills and a highly professional client service orientation.
- Demonstrated record of process improvements and desire to implement best practices.
- Proven previous job stability, including maintaining long-term work relationships with former employers.
- Must be able to clear the company’s pre-employment screening.
**Desired Experience and Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or pursuing.
- Equivalent of CPA / CMA strongly preferred
- Familiarity with LEAN / Six Sigma methodology

Additional Information
Our benefits include: Medical, life and dental insurance, Asociacion Solidarista, International Share Save Plan, Flex Work/Work from home, Paid time off, Annual Performance Bonus, Education Reimbursement, Family Bonding, Bereavement Leave, Referral Program, and more.

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