Assistant Accounting Manager

Job Description 37.5 Hour workweek 14 Holidays, 10 personal / sick days / 2 weeks vacation after 1 year - Discretionary bonus at end of year The Assistant Accounting Manager will plan, perform, and direct the department's accounting activities. Works with the accounting staff to meet the reporting and consolidate financial reporting deadlines, budget preparation, monthly account analyses, taxes, etc. Works with factory controller and understands the results against budget. Conducts performance evaluations. Coordinates and identifies training needs for current staff. MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Checks information and data for accuracy and completeness and corrects and completes them on time. Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation. Assists with preparing business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets. Assists with producing monthly financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards. Actively involved with preparing and supplying supporting documentation of financial and JSOX audits. Audit planning throughout the fiscal year. Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit. Review contracts to understand accounting and financial risks. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements. Create accounting workflow charts, write processes, and document them. Account analysis and monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. SKILLS REQUIRED Excellent use of Microsoft Excel and Outlook products. Excellent management and supervisory skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient in ERP accounting software. Experience with JDE, SAP, and AS 400 is a plus. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, statistics, or closely related field. Eight years or more of related experience is required. Certified Public Accountant designation is not a requirement. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Oral Communication – expresses oneself clearly and concisely. Written Communication – demonstrates an aptitude for grammar with the preparation of reports, the composition of routine and non-routine correspondence, etc. Negotiation - confers with others to achieve mutually satisfying outcomes. Listening - actively listens to others to obtain information; requests clarity as necessary; confirms understanding. COMPETENCIES Interpersonal - effectively works with others; being cooperative; establishes appropriate business relationships; displays political acumen and sensitivity. Customer Focus – conveys sincerity, competency, and approachability with internal and external customers; anticipates needs of the customer and effectively meets them; seeks feedback to ensure expectations are met. Team Dynamics – works effectively with the team to obtain optimum results, foresees and manages conflict situations effectively; promotes cooperation, commitment, momentum and pride. Analytical – integrates and synthesizes information to reach suitable conclusions. Flexibility – adapts to change; willingly accepts changes to work assignments; removes barriers to accelerate change. Self-direction – demonstrates assertiveness by taking initiative and responsibility; uses own judgement to solve problems and improve processes; maintains current knowledge in area of specialty. EQUIPMENT Personal computer and other standard office equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. TRAVEL Travel is not required for this position. Note: This job role description describes the general nature of the position. The above declarations are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, skills and abilities required to do the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr