Senior Accountant

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant will assist with our global closing process as part of the global shared services accounting team to meet deadlines for internal and external reporting. This role is responsible for consistency and accuracy in our closing processes in accordance with US GAAP and company policies. Additionally, the role will drive efficiencies, participate in the establishment of a shared services center, contribute to a strong control environment to enable best practices, standardization, and scale within a global growing organization. This is a hands-on position that requires the ability to multi-task with effective communication. This role will report to the Senior Manager of Accounting. The role will also serve as a business partner with other teams within the global CFO organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support and play a key role in the month end close activities and general accounting functions, including: Prepare journal entries and ensure transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed, and supported in accordance with US GAAP, internal controls, and company policies Prepare and review account reconciliations Collaborate and serve as the business partner for global shared services Provide variance analysis on owned parts of the financial statements Actively support the design and implementation of a global shared services accounting model, including areas such as: Fixed Assets, Lease Accounting (ASC 842), Prepaid Expenses, cash, intercompany, etc. Assist in defining standardized processes, policies, and procedures across regions and entities Leverage IT tools to enable efficiencies and enhance accounting operations Ensures compliance with internal controls Support internal/external audits, including preparation of audit requests Communicate with local and foreign subsidiaries on new accounting issues and resolutions Assist in Next Generation ERP implementation Work on other ad-hoc projects as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Location: Denver, CO Onsite, office environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Self-starter with organizational, time management and interpersonal skills Strong accounting and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to adapt, communicate and connect with teams in a global diverse environment Ability to identify and implement process improvement opportunities Advanced Microsoft application skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Problem-solver

EXPERIENCE:

4+ years of related progressive experience in corporate accounting and consolidations Experience with large ERP system environment (SAP, S4/Hana, Oracle, Blackline) Experience working for a multi-national company Solid working knowledge of US GAAP Public company experience – desired

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent education and /or experience. Desirable: CPA or MBA SAP experience

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $80,000 to $105,000 per year.

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes: Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from Short and long-term disability and life insurance Health savings and flexible spending accounts Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays 8 hours of paid volunteer time off 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads Company matched 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io.

CO ONLY:

Applications will be accepted through 7/31, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.