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Accountant

Formerra

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are  

Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading ecommerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit  

Formerra leads in the market with the following key capabilities: 

  • Problem-solving mindset, based on ingenuity and backed by a skilled and experienced commercial team that brings differentiated insights across markets including healthcare, consumer, industrial and mobility
  • Expansive material portfolio, including engineering thermoplastics and traditional polymers across leading material brands 
  • Integrated, long-standing relationships with leading, global suppliers 
  • Unparalleled and highly specialized technical, processing, and design support 
  • Regulatory-compliant material support and expertise 

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Company's accounting and financial reporting processes through timely and accurate execution of month-end close activities, general ledger journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable support, and tax-related accounting activities. This position reports to the Assistant Corporate Controller and works closely with the broader Finance team to ensure the integrity of financial records, compliance with company policies, and continuous improvement of accounting processes.

 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and eager to develop professionally within a growing finance organization. Accounting experience is preferred, but candidates with the required education and strong foundational accounting knowledge will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post general ledger journal entries to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including cash, recurring accruals, prepaid expenses, and other assigned accounts.
  • Prepare and maintain complete account reconciliation packages, including supporting schedules, aging analyses, and documented conclusions for management review.
  • Perform account analysis and support preparation of monthly close schedules.
  • Maintain fixed asset records and supporting schedules, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and periodic asset reconciliations.
  • Provide support and backup coverage for Accounts Payable activities as needed.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies impacting financial reporting.
  • Assist with gathering information and preparing schedules required for tax filings and tax-related accounting entries.
  • Support annual audits and other internal or external compliance-related requests.
  • Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
  • Assist with preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and supporting schedules.
  • Support internal control procedures, including documentation, evidence retention, and timely completion of assigned controls.
  • Identify opportunities to improve close, reconciliation, AP support, and reporting processes.
  • Assist with ERP system initiatives, enhancements, testing, and data validation activities, as needed.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts related to accounting processes, documentation, and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
  • 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.

 

Preferred

  • Experience with month-end close processes, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable, or tax support preferred.

Core Competencies & Skills

  • Understanding of basic accounting principles and GAAP.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP or similar systems, preferred.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and partner with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering high-quality results.

Disclaimers:

  • Legal authorization to work in the specified country is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
  • The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
  • It is the policy of Formerra that all employees are employed at the will of Formerra for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.
  • NOTICE: Formerra is committed to ensuring a fair and legitimate recruitment process. We want to alert job applicants to the potential risk of recruitment scams and encourage caution when responding to unsolicited job postings or communications. If you receive a job offer without having explicitly applied through our website or a legitimate job board, please be wary. We will never request sensitive personal information—such as your Social Security number, birth date, or banking details—via email. If you are uncertain about the legitimacy of a job posting or communication, please contact us directly at View email address on us.fitly.work.

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