Sr. Accountant

Description

About the Role:

Our global manufacturing client is expanding their local Finance team with the addition of an experienced Accountant. As a pivotal contributor, the Accountant will support departmental efficiency through thorough overheads variance analysis, general ledger review, and spending control. Your work will provide invaluable insight to leadership and help drive cost optimization across their operations. THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE AND REQUIRES 2-3 DAYS ON-SITE AT THE FACILITY - LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Investigate/report variances to expected people and overhead costs; prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and provide feedback to management.

+ Partner with other departments to monitor costs against budget and drive cost reduction initiatives.

+ Support month-end, half-year, and year-end closures and reporting in accordance with company timelines.

+ Review key balance sheet reconciliations and resolve issues promptly.

+ Contribute to integrated business planning activities and forecasting.

+ Review and provide financial assessment of all cost saving proposals.

+ Assist in preparing annual budgets and supporting capital investment budgeting/proposals.

+ Monitor, track, and analyze CAPEX and site spending for cash flow optimization.

+ Assist with asset management, including asset verification and insurance renewals.

+ Support insurance & external audits as required.

+ Provide JDE system support (particularly PO/AR); back up payroll and resolve related issues during staff absences.

+ Ensure compliance with internal/external controls and encourage continuous improvement in Finance processes.

+ Cross-train across other Finance functions to provide backup and construct a broader knowledge base.

+ Facilitate efficient communication on site topics with Corporate AR and AP departments.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, or related field (required).

+ Prior accounting experience; manufacturing industry background is a plus.

+ Advanced Excel proficiency; JD Edwards finance system experience desirable (not required).

+ Highly organized, detail-oriented, and possessing strong analytical abilities.

+ Effective written and verbal communicator.

+ Proactive, self-driven, and adept at collaborating with stakeholders.

+ Demonstrated ability to support a culture of continuous process improvement.

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