Senior Accountant

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About us :

Davis-Standard is a global leader in the design, development and distribution of extrusion and converting technology. Our systems encompass over 14 product lines to support manufacturing applications and customers in a wide variety of industries, including automotive, building & construction, consumer products, medical and packaging.

Our company has manufacturing and technical facilities in the United States, Canada, China, Germany, Finland, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

Job Purpose :

The Senior Accountant is a key position for the accounting team, with the primary responsibility of ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.

The Senior Accountant performs complex accounting tasks, maintains company financial records, completes month-end close duties, and supports tax filings, audits and the development of processes.

The role reports directly to the Corporate Accounting Manager and will help mold the future of the Finance Team.

Responsibilities :

• Execute the monthly general ledger close process and required reporting; ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare complex accounting journal entries and collaborate with other departments to gather pertinent data for month-end close.
• Assist in the documentation of accounting processes and procedures.
• Respond to accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Prepare supporting documents and perform tasks related to the external audit.
• Manage the accounting for capital projects; evaluate capital expenditures and summarize return on investment.
• Partner with the Finance Leaders to improve / implement centralized accounting processes across our sites
• Compile, analyze and distribute routine and ad hoc financial reports.
• Oversee cost accounting activities to ensure the accuracy of product cost information in an average cost system; perform and review costing of new business proposals.
• Assist with the preparation of financial data and analysis for periodic in-depth business unit reviews.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare or review monthly KPI's.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements :

• University Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in accounting or finance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Ability to work within a dynamic fast-paced, work environment
• Ability to interact and deal effectively with production personal using excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with the use of computers, technology and Microsoft Office 365
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and have excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented and can be counted on to meet and exceed goals successfully
• Clearly understand problems and makes sound decisions to resolve discrepancies and errors
30+ days ago