Plant Accounting Specialist I

Location Wentzville, MO - Plant Role As a member of the finance team, the accounting specialist will be responsible for working collectively with the Controller, Assistant Controller and Cost Accountant, and producing timely and accurate financial analysis and reports for a JIT manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Process weekly payroll along with all other payroll reporting and follow up responsibilities; daily labor KPI analysis and reporting Month‑end Journal Entry preparation and reconciliation and analysis of assigned General Ledger accounts Collaborate with HR & Operations teams for payroll data, as necessary Cross‑train in other areas of accounting to act as backup (accounts payable, etc.) Other administration, projects and duties as assigned Assist with Sarbanes‑Oxley auditing requirements Qualifications Four‑year degree in accounting or related field At least 1 year of accounting experience preferred Strong attention to detail and follow‑up skills Demonstrate initiative and ability to handle multiple responsibilities Adaptable and able to perform in a fast‑paced and changing environment Ability to set and meet workflow deadlines Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Experience with Kronos Payroll Software, Coupa, SAP, and AS400 is a plus Equal Opportunity Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lear Corporation