Accounting Analyst

Accounting AnalystPiramal Pharma Solutions' HPAPI Research and Manufacturing facility (PPS-Riverview), located in Riverview, Michigan, is seeking a qualified Accounting Analyst to join our Finance team. The Accounting Analyst role is to work closely with the Controller to ensure that the financial statements are accurate and complete. The Accounting Analyst will be the liaison between site vendors and Global Business Shared Services (GBSS) on all matters related to Accounts Payable. The Accounting Analyst position profile also includes tasks like verifying the period closing entries, performing journal entries (JE), and performing financial analysis related to ad hoc requests from management.Key responsibilities:Core work: analysis, reporting, and process/controls improvement (often close-adjacent)Typical tasks: variance analysis, trend analysis, management reporting, cost analysis, KPI dashboards, support budgeting/forecasting, investigate anomalies, improve controls or workflowsFinancial insights and decision support for all financial activitiesAssist with monthly/yearly physical inventory and review/reconciliation of adjustmentsCompile data for internal and external financial auditsSupport budget process with departmental budgets and other activities.Financial analysis and support on LOS and other ad hoc requestsAssist in managing cash flow and manage daily banking deposits and monitor balancesLiaise with GBSS on vendor management, payment issues, and confirm vendor bank detailsGenerate weekly vendor payments via ACH, wire and checks.Create and post JE's for month endUpdate COGS file, review GM% for projects, and manage inventory reservePrepare and file quarterly State Sales & Use tax returnManage monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance toolMaintain and manage GR/IR files, inquiries and reportingManage W9 form collection / sales tax exempt certificates / 1099 reportingImprove first pass yield KPI and improve gaps within the AP processPerform monthly data analysis on freight charges, hazardous waste, and vendor advance paymentsAssist with fixed asset inventory and ongoing management and reportingWork with other members of Finance department on various projects as assignedCross train with other members of Finance department as requested by supervisorEstablish and maintain effective communications and coordination with internal stakeholdersLearn about Finance systems, data flow and procedures to determine avenues to drive efficiencyEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or some other quantitative disciplineProficiency extracting and analyzing financial data from ERP/GL systems to deliver actionable insightsSolid understanding of AP/AR/GL processes to ensure accurate inputs and enable reliable analyticsERP systems proficiency and SAP experience strongly preferredJob Competencies:Ability to interact effectively within all levels of the company both in verbal and written formValues and exhibits a strong sense of integrity and confidentialitySelf-starter with ability to adjust schedules in order to meet commitmentsHas good attention to detail and can demonstrate a consistently high level of accuracyAn inquisitive mind eager to question, challenge and learnAnalytical approach to problem solvingExcellent interpersonal skillsCapable of maintaining a customer service focus in an occasionally stressful environmentTeam-oriented and goal-oriented philosophyExcellent record-keeping and communication skillsMust have a positive attitude and welcome a challengeWork well both in teams and individually