Accountant

Company: Blue Signal Search
Location: Decatur
Posted on: March 15, 2020

Job Description:

Our client is a global leader in their field and employees over 10,000 people globally. Their highly respected industry reputation is based on quality customer service, attention to detail, and a high commitment to ethics. They are hiring an Accountant to support mission-critical accounting activities. The Accountant should have a solid understanding of GAAP and a strong skillset of reviewing and preparing accountant documents and reports. This person will gain important industry experience with a wide range of in-demand accounting services. This Role Offers:

• Competitive base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental, 401(k) match, and annual performance bonuses.
• Fitness and transportation reimbursement, work/life programs.
• Excellent vacation package and strong work/life balance.
• Multiple career advancement paths. Opportunity to develop niche skills.
• Outstanding company culture with a focus on camaraderie and respect.
• Large pool of financial resources and software tools.
• Support and funding for industry certifications and skills development.
• COE structure - flex across and learn different types of accounting.
• Established, respected company with an excellent industry reputation and global customer base.
• Experienced team with 80 combined years of experience. Focus:
  • Deliver accounting activities and documentation, including general ledger reconciliation, tax filings, journal entries, cash flow management, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and monthly and year-end close process.
  • Responsible for plant accounting, PLA reporting and reconciliations.
  • Ensure federal compliancy and monitor financial risks.
  • Prepare financial reports, financial statements, budget forecasts, and expense reports.
  • Review internal controls and process workflows to identify areas of improvement.
  • Manage accounting documentation and adhere to accounting best practices.
  • Manage expense reporting and cost accounting, identifying discrepancies.
  • Assist project managers with project budgets and cost analysis.
    Skill Set:
    • 1+ years of accounting experience, including monthly close, GL, reporting, tax, and year-end closing.
    • CPA preferred.
    • Experience with Global Business is a plus.
    • Industry experience with accounting procedures specific to the manufacturing space, including inventory management, BOM (bill of materials), and project tracking.
    • Bachelor's degree in accounting.
    • Proficiency with accounting software.
    • Strong understanding of accounting best practices and procedures.
    • Some travel.

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