Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Krones designs, develops, manufactures, and installs both machines and complete packaging lines. We have become one of the leading system suppliers for breweries and beverage producers as well as for the food, chemical and cosmetics industries. Our 16,000 employees worldwide strive for innovation and detail and ensure that each customer receives the best quality in product and service. We are currently looking for candidates who want to make a difference and who wish to be part of our dynamic organization in the US. Krones Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Accountant role is integral to supporting the functions of the FICO department. This position will be actively involved in month-end and year-end closing processes and will be responsible for performing balance sheet account reconciliations. The Accountant is expected to manage routine accounting duties with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Additionally, the role requires a proactive and analytical mindset, with the ability to question, investigate, and develop problem-solving skills to address accounting issues effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities: such as compiling data to complete Business Unit and Product Line P&L
• Perform monthly Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations
• Develop understanding of US GAAP standards, be able to understand new developments within standards
• Develop and analyze reports to aid in evaluation of Business Line activities: such as service labor analysis, shop floor utilization, revenue and cost drivers
• Understand internal control system and actively monitor to ensure integrity of data
• Assist external auditors in gathering information and documents for successful audit process
• Perform simple to moderate accounting assignments, such as maintaining backlog reporting, putting together hedging effectiveness worksheet

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• Experience and/or Training: Three to five plus years of Accounting Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and/or Training: CMA or CPA

Skills:

• Professional Skills: Understanding of Accounting codification Basic use of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Soft Skills: Verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a team or individual environment Critical thinking skills Organizational skills with attention to detail

Krones, Inc. offers an outstanding opportunity to be involved with and challenged by leading-edge technologies, further career opportunities to learn and develop skills, a flexible work schedule and a competitive salary and benefits program. Our Krones Benefits program includes a generous health/dental/vision package, and 401(k) program in addition to other benefits.