Accountant I

Accountant IReporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Accountant I will support day to day accounting and reporting activities for Fluidcare business under US Operations. This role provides exposure to all aspects of general accounting and offers a strong foundation for career growth. The Accountant I will collaborate with the Fluidcare business team, Global Financial Business Services (GFBS), other Finance personnel to ensure accurate and timely month end and quarter end results.Job Accountabilities:Assist with maintaining the general ledger, including preparing journal entries with proper supporting documentation.Perform routine account reconciliations and assist in researching and resolving reconciling items.Support monthly and quarterly close activities by preparing standard schedules, variance explanations, and other analyses as assigned.Help ensure balance sheet accounts are accurately stated and aligned with the general ledger.Assist in reviewing financial results and identifying unusual trends or variances.Support SOX compliance activities by completing assigned control tasks accurately and on time.Partner with cross-functional teams (Fluidcare, GFBS, Consolidations) to gather information and support reporting needs.Complete ad hoc analyses and projects as requested by management.Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to streamline accounting processes and enhance accuracy.Required Skills and Competencies:Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracyFoundational understanding of accounting principles; familiarity with US GAAP is a plusExperience with month-end close processes, account analysis, or internship experience is preferredSOX-404 experience is a plusStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teamsAbility to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Advanced Excel is a plusExperience with accounting systems is preferred; JDE or Blackline experience is a plusDemonstrated initiative and desire to grow your career as the company continues to expandEducation, Experience and Training:Bachelor's degree in accounting.1-3 years of relevant work experienceExperience in manufacturing or chemicals industry is a plus but not required.Additional Job DescriptionAbout UsAt Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world's largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.What's in it for youCompetitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectoryPaid time off for volunteerismDress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bringOpportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings PlanWork for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industryQuaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran's status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities.