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Sr. Corporate Accounting Analyst
full-timeNorfolk$62k - $76k

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Location

Norfolk

Salary

$62k - $76k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.
Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.
Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Summary
The Senior Corporate Accounting Analyst is a hybrid role responsible for the accounting, reporting, and analysis for assigned legal entities. Providing general ledger accounting support and review of transactions. Provide timely, relevant and accurate reporting and analysis of the results of the business performance against historical, budgeted, and forecasted results to assist Management in decision-making. Analyze legal entity and/or department data and results using established procedures; continually evaluate processes for improvement and efficiencies. 
This role involves managing and analyzing financial information to support the company’s strategic decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will excel in technical accounting, financial reporting, and process improvements while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

 

Functions & Duties
•    Support corporate accounting processes: payroll accounting, travel and entertainment, account payables: including approval follow-ups and communication with user areas    
•    Analyze financial data to ensure proper accounting & company procedures are followed and data reported is accurate    
•    Prepare analysis, financial reports, charts, and tables to support business needs    
•    Work closely with Shared service Center (SSC) to insure accurate, timely, and reliable data is provided; investigate and report inconsistencies related to SSC duties to the Manager    
•    Responsible for day-to-day general ledger accounting, reconciliation, financial reporting and analysis for assigned functional areas, to include corporate accounts payable.    
•    Mentor junior accounting staff, providing guidance and training on technical accounting and financial processes.    
•    Perform special projects; improve process efficiency and performance projects as assigned by Management. Troubleshoot non-value added processes within the department and seek solutions.    
•    Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.    

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 
•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
•    +5 years in general experience in a Staff Accountant or Financial Analyst role required.
•    Solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
•    Understanding and presentation of financial statements 
•    Variance analysis/detailed analytics
•    Must have extremely strong MS Excel skills
•    Ability to meet strict deadlines
•    Ability to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•    Solid analytical and problem solving skills
•    Good communication skills, both oral and written
•    Skill Sets / Education & Experience Preferred:
•    Experience working for a foreign owned company a plus.

At CMA CGM, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The expected salary range for this position is $62,000 – $76,500 per year. The actual salary offered will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for:
Performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition repayment and paid time off
Professional development opportunities
We believe in transparency and equity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure! The Company is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.  Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

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Tech stack
Accounting,Financial Reporting,Process Improvements,General Ledger Accounting,Variance Analysis,MS Excel,Analytical Skills,Problem Solving,Communication Skills,Organizational Skills,Attention to Detail,Mentoring,Payroll Accounting,Account Payables,Financial Analysis,Data Analysis

About CMA CGM

The CMA CGM Group is a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, true to its corporate Purpose, "We imagine better ways to serve a world in motion".

Present in 177 countries, it employs 160,000 people, of which nearly 6,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

The world's 3rd largest shipping company, CMA CGM serves more than 420 ports across 5 continents with a fleet of over 650 vessels. In 2024, CMA CGM carried over 23 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit) containers. Its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, one of the world's top five players, operates 1,000 warehouses and handled 15 million shipments in 2024. CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the Group's air freight division, will operate a fleet of 6 cargo aircraft by 2025.

CMA Media, France's 3rd largest private media group, includes RMC-BFM and several national and regional press titles (La Tribune Dimanche, La Tribune, La Provence and Corse Matin).

Committed to energy transition, the CMA CGM Group is aiming for Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

The CMA CGM Foundation provides humanitarian aid in crisis situations, and is committed to education for all and equal opportunities throughout the world. To date, the CMA CGM Foundation has transported 63,000 tons of humanitarian aid to 97 countries and supported over 550 educational projects.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Founding Year: 1978

What you'll do

  • The Senior Corporate Accounting Analyst is responsible for accounting, reporting, and analysis for assigned legal entities, providing general ledger accounting support and reviewing transactions. This role involves managing and analyzing financial information to support the company’s strategic decision-making processes.

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What does a Sr. Corporate Accounting Analyst do at CMA CGM?

As a Sr. Corporate Accounting Analyst at CMA CGM, you will: the Senior Corporate Accounting Analyst is responsible for accounting, reporting, and analysis for assigned legal entities, providing general ledger accounting support and reviewing transactions. This role involves managing and analyzing financial information to support the company’s strategic decision-making processes..

Why join CMA CGM as a Sr. Corporate Accounting Analyst?

CMA CGM is a leading Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company. The Sr. Corporate Accounting Analyst role offers competitive compensation.

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