Senior Accountant

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Key Responsibilities:

Managing all aspects of the general ledger.

Prepare and assist in the month end close process for reporting including journal entries and allocations, variance analysis, balance sheet account reconciliations.

Coordinating or assisting with the budget process

Researching accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Analyzing and reporting cost variances.

Serving as a liaison to external auditors.

Supports the Controller and communicates as a business partner/liaison for the Company to prepare accounting activities, financial reports, and analysis.

Manage the intercompany invoicing and reconciliation process.

Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.

Review and analyze standard variance reporting, investigate discrepancies, and recommend necessary corrective actions.

Review product warranty expenses and determine appropriate monthly provision.

Provide internal departments with requested information by defining and developing ad-hoc reporting, analyzing data and provide recommendation based on analysis.

Assist in the monthly closing activities by inputting appropriate journal entries, reconciliation of assigned accounts and recommending corrective actions.

Prepare quarterly E&O analysis, and AR Allowance.

Prepare quarterly FET tax returns.

Complete special projects as needed.

Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Licensure: CPA

Experience:

5+ years accounting experience with a minimum of 1-2 years in supervisory capacity

Operational knowledge of GAAP & SOX requirements

Excellent communication skills driving results while fostering team cohesion

Preferred Requirements:

Industry: Manufacturing, publicly traded, Construction/Land Development

Soft Skills: Critical thinker, innovative, inspirational, self-starter, team player, change agent

EEO/AAP Statement:

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. All other applications must be submitted online.

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