Prepare journal entries related to manufacturing accounting and inventory reserves to support accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and corporate financial policies
Process manufacturing orders as part of the month-end close process
Participate in other monthly close activities for plants in area of responsibility
Prepare account reconciliations to ensure proper balance sheet valuation
Calculate standard costing of products in SAP as part of new product workflow
Monitor variances to standard cost and correct any erroneous errors
Support the periodic cycle count process
Reconcile 3rd party warehouses
Ensure appropriate controls and compliance with US GAAP
Support and assist other functions within the business as required
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with a focus in Accounting or Finance preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Work Experience
3+ years of accounting experience required
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Accounting experience, preferable in a manufacturing environment using SAP or other ERP
Understanding of GAAP and internal control principles
Highly proficient in written and spoken English
Working knowledge of MS Office or the willingness to learn it quickly with highly proficient Excel skills
Strong communication skills
Strong people skills – approachable, good listener, empathetic
Strong learning capacity
Ability to work independently in global environment
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times
Physical Requirements
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
Must be able to communicate effectively, speak in front of groups, express and exchange ideas and understand direction
Maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
Able to learn and apply new information or new skills
Read and interpret data, information and documents
Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
Ability to make independent and sound judgments
Demonstrates enthusiasm, takes accountability and drives for results