Accountant

AccountantThe Accountant position is responsible for supporting the accounting team in preparing monthly journal entries and account reconciliations as well as performing financial analysis, supporting AR/AP and inventory control functions. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager, serving as an onsite team player and contributing to Shop Vac USA, SK Tools USA and Tesa PMI business success by performing various accounting and control functions and assisting in the preparation/reconciliation of financial reports and analyses.Key responsibilities include:Assist in preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports.Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents.Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.Verify allocate, post and reconcile transactions.Prepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.Assist in completion of internal and external audits to ensure compliance.Support month-end and year-end close processes.Maintain the Fixed Asset and CIP systems and perform physical asset inventory audits.Provide monthly tracking and month-end accruals and reporting including; Prepaids, Operating expenses, Payables, Freight, Utilities and other Receivables, etc.Handle various P & L & Balance Sheet monthly closing tasks including journal entry preparation and review of GR/IR balances.Reconcile balance sheets accounts each month as assigned.Prepare and file monthly and quarterly sales and use tax returns.Assist with maintenance of W9 database.Review daily cycle count transactions, route for approval and prepare month accuracy reports.Prepare miscellaneous invoicing for intercompany services.Primary backup and support for AP and AR functions.Perform other duties/projects as assigned.Experience and qualifications include:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.Accounting/Finance experience, internships and co-ops accepted (1+ years preferred).Experience in manufacturing/distribution environment or consumer products company preferred but not required.Knowledge of income statement preparation, balance sheet analysis, working knowledge of GAAP and internal control procedures.Strong proficiency level in Microsoft Office Excel and building spreadsheets.Detail-oriented and thorough.Team Player who is also a self-starter with the ability to work independently and show initiative.Strong oral and written communication skills.SAP experience a plus.Benefits include:Competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility.Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (EPO and HSA plan options).Company-paid Life/AD&D and Disability Insurance.401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement Plan with employer match.Paid Time Off including, vacation, sick time, floating holiday and 11 company-paid holidays.Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary benefits such as Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Supplemental Life Insurance (including Spouse & Child coverage).Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.