Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantOur Staff Accountants support controlling functions and oversees preparation of monthly reports, schedules, and transactions. Senior accounting person that provides guidance to accounting team.Duties And ResponsibilitiesPerforms controlling functions, ensures internal control compliance, and oversees financial activities of the businessPrimary lead for month end close. Process monthly closing including reconciliation of general ledger accounts, preparation of standard and manual journal entries and preparation of monthly closing package. Reviews financial statements for unusual variances; performs account analyses and research; resolves account discrepanciesResponsible for intercompany elimination and consolidationPrepares various governmental and non-governmental surveys and statutory reports as requiredUpdates and maintains all accounting related processes/procedures and documentation as requiredApproves and codes vendor invoices related to the Finance departmentPrepares monthly sales tax returnsPrepares and gathers required schedules and documents for external tax and audit firmsMonitors AR and AP transactions to ensure they are properly recordedActively participates in all continuous improvement activitiesProvides reporting information to all department managers and employees as requested/requiredPerforms other duties as assignedIt is every employee's responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality and Environmental Process of Plasma-Therm, LLC.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo direct reports, however mentors more junior team membersRequirementsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting requiredMinimum seven years of related experiencePreferred Skills:Master's degree in Accounting/Finance preferredCPA preferredSkills And AbilitiesAble to perform all activity of an Accountant I and Accountant IIAbility to work in a complex multinational corporate matrixAbility to independently analyze detailed information and compile standard and non-standard reports.Understanding of strong internal control systems, able to make recommendations for improvements, carryout changes and monitor the internal control systemsStrong analytical and communication skills to communicate effectively interdepartmentally and externally with customersAdvanced knowledge of Windows operating system and Windows-based software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Accuracy and attention to detailStrong customer service skills and professionalism. Must have proven successful interactions with customers and company personnel in all roles.Previous experience with ERP requiredWork Environment And Physical DemandsThe normal work environment is typical of a business office.The incumbent is routinely required to sit, stand, walk, touch, see, and hear.Plasma-Therm is an equal employment opportunity employer, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws for qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran or disability status. When requested and necessary, we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.