Accounting Specialist

ZOLLERN North America L.P. is a company in the metal processing industry, headquartered in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. It is a subsidiary of ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG, which remains partly owned by the House of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen and is part of the Fürst von Hohenzollern corporate group. ZOLLERN aims to become a key player in drive technology and metal products in the American market.

With this strategic decision, ZOLLERN North America is just beginning to establish its position by making substantial investments in team expansion and its Ponchatoula location. Currently, ZNA is a small company under the umbrella of a large international German "hidden champion," with ambitious growth plans and tremendous potential.

• Maintain and reconcile General Ledger (GL) accounts
• Prepare monthly and annual closing reports, including financial statements
• Generate weekly incoming order reports
• Prepare liquidity and cash-flow reports
• Process and manage all vendor invoices and payments
• Coordinate invoice follow-ups in collaboration with the Sales team
• Review and process employee expense reports
• Serve as the primary contact for general tax-related matters
• Collaborate closely with the external CPA
• Handle Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and intercompany transactions
• Analyze cost variances and provide explanations
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, including balance sheets and income statements
• Prepare required tax documentation and filings
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Process and maintain payroll activities in ADP
• Administer and maintain 401k plans
• Manage health insurance and employee benefits records
• Oversee company insurance matters
• Manage customer credit insurance and related documentation

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Several years of hands, ideally in a multi-entity or international environment
• Experience with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Practical experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger accounting
• Experience working with external CPAs and supporting audits
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Sage is an advantage
• Experience with ADP payroll systems
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to interpret financial data
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all financial transactions
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Sales, HR, and external partners
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance and Guardian Dental, Vision, Life, STD, SCCD:
  Company pay for employee and spouses
• Human Interest Retirement Plan: 6% ER Contribution

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