Senior Accountant

WEG is hiring a Senior Accountant.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the finance department by ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining the integrity of accounting records, and performing a variety of accounting duties. This position plays a crucial role in the month‑end closing process, general ledger reconciliations, and financial reporting, while providing leadership on accounting projects.

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Perform detailed account analysis to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts, documents, and reports
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month‑end close
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing processes
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing necessary schedules and documentation
• Assist with the preparation of various financial statements and reports
• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to management
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Monitor budget vs. actual performance and prepare reports on budget variances
• Assist with remote bank deposits
• Administer the AMEX corporate credit card program
• Perform employee offboarding tasks related to AMEX and Motus programs
• Work with WEG Business Services (WBS) to accomplish assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Assist in entering accounts payable transactions
• Assist with new vendor setup verification
• Maintain records related to facility leases, including payment processing
• Assist with the proper recording of all leased asset transactions, both facility and equipment
• Review and calculate internal sales commissions monthly
• Maintain gross margin reports related to both products and services
• Assist with reviewing drop shipment transactions for revenue recognition, including invoicing
• Assist in preparing schedules for federal and state income tax filings
• Assist with the preparation of indirect tax returns (personal property, business license, and other regulatory filings)
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, and other accounting policies
• Ensure adherence to all company accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, supporting the company's governance framework
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
• Recommend and implement best practices for internal controls and accounting procedures
• Prepare and submit US government agency reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually) as directed
• Lead or participate in accounting projects, such as system implementations, automation initiatives, or process reengineering
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff
• Develop key financial metrics and report them to management

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Strong computer and technical skills, including MS Office applications and advanced Excel skills
• Experience with SAP preferred
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS financial accounting principles and practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non‑accounting personnel in a clear manner
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to multi‑task, use independent judgment, and apply sound decision‑making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet financial reporting deadlines

• Minimum of 5–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment
• Minimum of 2 years of SAP experience

WEG is the largest industrial electric…