Staff Accountant

SUMMARY

The position requires knowledge of basic accounting principles and accounting functions. The individual will assist with inventory, cash management and balance reconciliations/bank statements.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with monthly closing, maintenance of accounting files, and preparation/organization of various financial forms, reports, and financial analyses, etc. This individual may be asked to assist with ad-hoc projects and general office support tasks when necessary.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (but not limited to).

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Assist with daily accounting functions.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including sub-ledgers. Research any discrepancies and propose any necessary adjusting journal entries.
• Perform analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts to identify and investigate unusual fluctuations. Communicating results of analysis to senior management timely.
• Complete intercompany accounting transactions.
• Participate in the month end close process, ensuring timely and accurate close.
• Apply accounting principles and perform certain financial controls to ensure compliance with SOX procedures.
• Provide audit deliverables and communicates with the internal and external audit teams to determine implementation of best practices.
• Assist in administering lease accounting guidelines through coordination with Corporate Accounting, utilizing lease software application and communicating with plant and operations.
• Complete special projects and various reporting requests from key business partners including internal, divisional, and corporate teams.

Requirements

• Education
• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Desired: Advanced degree in accounting/finance (MBA or Master’s) or certification (CPA/CMA).
• Experience
• At least three to four years of combined public accounting and corporate accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with internal controls and SOX.
• Experience with ERP and Reporting software, preferably Oracle. Proficient in MS Office products, advanced Excell skills (V-lookup, Pivot Tables).
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and a rapid month end closing schedule.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with colleagues externally as well as at all levels within the organization.
• The ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Technical Skills
• Ability to analyze general ledger accounts and determine appropriate accounting and classification treatment of transactions
• Mathematical skills
• Other Skills
• Ability to effectively plan and organize
• Travel
• Minimal (less than 10%)