Accountant Job in Pendleton, Indiana

Job Summary: In support of the Senior Manager- U.S. Accounting, the Manager-U.S. Accounting performs a variety of specialized accounting functions in support of business unit financial reporting within the U.S. Accounting staff. The Manager-U.S. Accounting records general ledger activity, reconciles accounts, performs analytical review of accounts, and supports the U.S. Accounting Senior Manager. A successful Manager-U.S. Accounting must demonstrate a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, strong attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills. Job Duties: • Oversee all monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes for areas of responsibility • Review account reconciliations and ensure integrity and timeliness in financial reporting • Prepare certain account reconciliations and review journal entries • Review calculations for inventory costing and related reserves • Review calculations for accruals, including warranty • Participate in monthly close and post-close reviews with management • Perform professional, independent, and objective financial and business analysis. Activities may include preparation of financial and business related analysis and research in area of specialty, e.g. expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital, financial statement preparation, ledger maintenance, business forecasts and/or market trend analysis. • Understand and explain variances to prior periods, forecast and plan for areas of responsibility • Research variances and unusual items noted in reconciliation process • Prepares, reviews, and distributes reports and/or recommendations based on analysis • Coordinate all audit activities for responsible areas with external audit firm • Provide schedules to the external auditors and work with them on your assigned areas • Compose accounting memos in a concise and easy to read manner • Adhere to policies, procedures and controls around the accounting process including proper documentation • Ensure work is performed in conformance with all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions. • Align financial policies and procedures with company objectives • Monitors and improves internal controls and processes to ensure compliance • Mentor less experienced accountants within the department and perform review of their work • Supervision of 2-4 direct reports • Coordinate accounting / finance matters with other departments, locations, and divisions and maintain ongoing collaborative working relationships. Job Requirements & Skills: • Minimum 6 years experience • BS in Finance, Accounting or equivalent required • Works under limited supervision • Working knowledge of the business, if applicable • In-depth knowledge of financial systems and is able to apply this knowledge • Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of financial specialty • Working knowledge of compliance rules and regulations • Strong analytical skills • Strong Excel knowledge • Good understanding of budgeting and forecasting • Good understanding of GAAP as it relates to job duties • Experience with external audit Preferred Requirements & Skills: • CPA or CMA preferred If interested please send your resume to [email protected]