Cost Accountant Specialist, Sr

At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application! What You Can Expect At BBH: If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself-without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee's unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others. Summary: At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client's financial well-being. If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you. The Cost Accountant Senior Specialist is responsible for the processing of Systems invoices for purchases of hardware, software, telecommunication, hosted services, Market Data and professional services, and prepare those invoices for the Accounts Payable team. This position processes and monitors the receipt, performs reconciliation and initiates the approval of BBH invoices across Europe/Asia and/or the US. Works with internal BBH managers and external vendors to address inquires and reconciliation issues which are escalated to Sr Cost Accountant analyst where needed. Key Responsibilities: Processes invoices from receipt, reconciliation to initiating approval processes using an automated payments system (Basware). Uses Excel to identify and code expenses to charge back to cost centers. Reconciles BBH PO and Non-PO invoices to appropriate BBH requests and supporting documentation. Monitors and reconciles Basware for approvals and payments. Provides adhoc reporting as requested by internal clients. Interfaces with external and internal clients and management in day to day processing. Collaborates with Cost Accounting Team, IT Finance and Controllers in delivering monthly reconciliation and reporting of Systems expenses. Works with System Cost Accounting Analyst, Vendor Contracts, Approving managers and vendors. Communicates and addresses billing discrepancies with Vendors and internal managers. Works with Systems managers during relevant approval process. Responds to vendor and internal CA/Manager inquiries. Works independently and can analyze and solve problems Knows when to escalate to Team Leader We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. Salary Range $54,500 - $72,500 BBH's compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck-providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.

Created: 2024-11-19