About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Lumen Accountant II on our Expense team will contribute their accounting knowledge and business experience to closing the general ledger, including preparing journal entries, variance analysis and reporting results while gaining valuable experience regarding our product and service offerings and their associated margins.

Additional opportunities include enhancing internal controls, streamlining and automating procedures, and challenging the status quo to create an efficient, tech-savvy environment. You will be part of a team that is responsible for Lumen’s Expense accounting and reporting.

The Main Responsibilities

• Contribute to the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries, variance analysis, and reporting.

• Prepare reconciliations of General Ledger accounts.

• Perform monthly database management and reconciliation of large data sets (“Big Data”)

• Ensure accurate and timely accounting for specific Margin accounting areas.

• Identify and implement improvements to reporting and processes.

• Collaborate with FP&A, Operations, Product Finance, Revenue, GL, IT, Margin Management, AP and Network Expense Invoice Processing / Dispute teams, to analyze and report results.

• Maintain internal control integrity and related SOX documentation and compliance.

• Create and/or maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all tasks performed and review SOPs to identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes.

• Assist with Ad hoc analysis and research as needed.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and minimum 2 years of relevant job experience. Experience in large public company preferred.

• Must have the ability to interact with various other groups and levels within the company.

• Must have the ability to deal with large volumes of data and be savvy with various data systems and reporting tools.

• Excellent verbal and written skills.

• Ability to prioritize with good time management skills.

• Advanced/Expert Excel skills.

• Experience with SAP, SQL, Access, Hyperion Essbase, Oracle, or similar database tools preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred

• SAP experience preferred.

• Telecommunications industry preferred.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$51,410 - $68,540 in these states: AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD

$54,110 - $72,140 in these states: AL AZ FL GA IA IN KS MO MT ND NM OH OK PA TN UT VT WI WV WY

$56,820 - $75,750 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$59,520 - $79,360 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

Requisition #: 335860

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Salary Range

Salary Min :

51410

Salary Max :

79360

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Application Deadline

12/06/2024