Accounting Manager

Valmetal prides itself on delivering innovative equipment and the highest level of service to customers. We work to simplify the daily life of our clients by delivering reliable products and integrated solutions that increase productivity and optimize feeding and waste management on farms and processing plants.

At Valmetal, we believe that every team member is a bearer of change and plays an integral role in the evolution and success of our organization.

The Accounting Manager – Financial Accounting is responsible for overseeing the Company's financial accounting activities, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, payroll accounting, inventory accounting, fixed assets, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls. This position works closely with the Controller, Accounting Operations Manager, and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and prepare journal entries as required.
• Prepare and review supporting schedules for monthly and annual financial statements.
• Analyze account activity and investigate unusual fluctuations.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Collaborate with the Controller on accounting matters requiring judgment or technical analysis.

• Coordinate assigned month-end and year-end close activities.
• Run and review month-end ERP reports and investigate unusual fluctuations.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Ensure assigned close activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with the Controller and Finance team to continuously improve the efficiency of the close process.

• Reconcile all bank accounts monthly.
• Reconcile petty cash and credit cards.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Support cash forecasting activities.
• Prepare bi-weekly payroll journal entries.
• Prepare monthly intercompany benefits invoices with supporting documentation.
• Reconcile payroll liability accounts and related accounts.
• Serve as the primary back up for payroll processing.

• Monitor inventory balances and variances daily
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, and Service departments to resolve issues.
• Support inventory reserve calculations and related analysis.
• Assist with inventory accounting and reporting activities required.

• Maintain an accurate and complex fixed asset register.
• Record fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers.
• Review and analyze depreciation expense and estimate periodically.
• Reconcile the fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger.
• Ensure appropriate capitalization and depreciation policies are applied.

• Maintain and reconcile accrual accounts monthly.
• Prepare monthly accrual journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Prepare variance analyses and management reports.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Support external audits and other financial reviews.
• Maintain and support effective internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and close processes.
• Develop and maintain standardized accounting schedules, reports, and procedures.
• Cross-train accounting staff and support knowledge sharing within the department.
• Participate in improvement projects related to ERP system and accounting processes.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the needs of the department and organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools, with the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple…