First-line manager responsible for an accounting group that is responsible for organizing and performing accounting activities for our manufacturing plants. These duties include supervision of the recording of fabrication revenue globally under the percentage of completion method of accounting, supervision of the recording and analysis of operating costs at each manufacturing facility, management reporting including variance analysis and explanations and supervision of an accounting staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Directs the daily activities of the US based accounting staff
Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation, analysis and distribution of the monthly fabrication financial results to management including oversight of the all monthly, quarterly and year end closings
Through the use of review of general ledger account analysis and other analytical reviews and substantive support, ensures that the world-wide fabrication financial records are accurate
Reviews contracts for proper USGAAP accounting treatment.
Identifies and resolves problems and inconsistencies, determining appropriate corrective procedures that often requires cross-functional solutions and communications with various departments and locations
Communicates, coaches, trains and coordinates accounting policies and procedures to all fabrication accountants globally
Responsible for identifying coordinating and implementing improvements in accounting processes and controls across all fabrication locations
Assigns duties, determines departmental objectives and supports conformance to policies and procedures
Required to discuss and present financial results and or issues to management, either by teleconference or in person.
Performs monthly variance analysis of the fabrication financial results and responds to management inquiries.
Provides financial data and expertise to internal management to assist them in various strategic and operating decisions
Responsible for review and preparation of US fabrication account reconciliations.
Responsible for tracking and reporting global fabrication backlog and forecasting the timing of the subsequent revenue recognition of such backlog.
· Provide leadership around cost control and good working capital management
Required Skills or Tools:
Proficient using complete Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and PC skills
Proficient with email system; Microsoft Outlook preferred
Proficient using computer-based ERP system; Oracle and Essbase reporting tool preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university
Preferred Certified Public Accountant.
10 -15 years accounting experience, strong preference for significant experience in/with manufacturing
Prior experience in managing a team responsible for month end close processes across multiple locations
Hands on knowledge of USGAAP including application of Percentage of Completion revenue recognition.
Experience with international operations and reporting a plus
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