Accounting Manager - Finance and Accounting

Job Description Summary The Accounting Manager will support our Corporate Finance and Accounting team. This role offers exposure to upper management, including the VP, Corporate Controller, and finance leaders globally. The individual will collaborate cross-functionally with our international offices and various departments, providing excellent learning opportunities within a dynamic team. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Month End Closing Coordinate our month-end tasks with members of Corporate Finance and Accounting team and be the first primary reviewer of journal entries and supporting documents Prepare monthly Sales Flash report Review account reconciliations for completeness and accuracy especially those with management estimates. Lead account reconciliation reviews together with other members of Corporate Finance and Accounting in US and International Manufacturing Facility (IMF) locations Evaluate, research and document appropriate US GAAP treatment for significant new or unusual transactions. Work with specialists and create memos, if needed. Prepare first round of financial statements and perform analytical review for any further adjustments Cost Accounting Manage the cost accounting function to ensure accurate product costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation Perform standard costing reviews for US and IMF locations Maintain a current understanding of system generated entries related to inventory and COGS, and review for anything unusual Review inventory reconciliations for US and IMF locations Intercompany Reconciliation Manage our month-end intercompany reconciliation process Perform or assign transaction reviews to resolve of reconciling items Tax Compliance Prepare monthly or quarterly sales tax return, excise tax and property tax returns Co-lead on tax strategy for US and IMF locations Work with tax specialists on tax exposures Letters of Credit Assist in the coordination of letters of credit drafts with logistics team Track status of collections and any delays Project Focused Responsibilities Co-lead the ERP implementation with the Controller and FP&A manager, especially during the user testing phase. It is a must that the manager has a good understanding of workflows and internal controls Assist in banking automation and corporate card projects Identify opportunities for improvements in our processes, primarily in automating recurring manual functions Year End tasks Participate in the annual financial audit by preparing audit schedules and workpapers Assist in the preparation of supporting documents for annual corporate tax returns Prepare supporting schedules for annual renewal and review of insurance policies and premiums Participate on the year-end inventory physical count Qualifications: CPA, with audit experience preferably big 4 7+ years' experience in accounting, preferably working in a manufacturing environment or similar experience. Advanced excel skills Project management skills (define the issue, communicate with team, follow up, communicate results) Strong executive leadership skills with experience in growing and leading a high-performance team of finance professionals. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in general ledger functions and thorough understanding of the month-end/year-end close process. Knowledge and experience in ERP implementation Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures. Additional Expectations Desire to learn and make a meaningful impact. Comfortable presenting to various levels of management. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Highly adaptable, flexible and customer service focused. Proactive with an aptitude and desire for process improvement. Ability to manage confidential information with discretion. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC