Accountant II

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•Escondido, CA

38d•$65,096 - $113,280•Onsite

About The Position

The accountant’s responsibilities include assisting with the various month-end close tasks, analysis of general ledger expense transactions and conducting general accounting functions. As an Accountant, you will also be responsible for providing internal management and project teams with timely and accurate financial reports and analysis. Working knowledge of general accounting principles (GAAP) is required for a successful candidate in this position. This position is based at Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases, Escondido, California

Requirements

Working knowledge of general accounting principles (GAAP)
Intermediate Excel competency is required
Excellent communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills
Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Has the ability to handle multiple high priority projects with accuracy and meet required deadlines
Delivers quality results in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Goal oriented, high-energy self-starter
Ability to make varied arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately
Able to tabulate financial data and compile necessary reports
Able to work with all departments with professionalism
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or a combination of experience and training
Knowledge of GAAP preferred, including ASC 606
3+ years business experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Experience with Percentage of Completion accounting and related procedures is strongly preferred.
Month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations and expenses trend experience required
Experience with SOX internal control compliance preferred
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills is required
Skilled at completing and recording complex financial transactions. Able to aid in developing information for financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations
Proficient in using accounting software and ERP software
Self-motivated, hands-on and ability to learn and grow as a business professional
Proficient in Microsoft Excel with other Microsoft Office applications
Produces clear, understandable documentation
High level of organization and ability to manage deadlines and demonstrated ability to consistently manage competing priorities
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with POC revenue and / or cost accounting preferred.
Familiarity with the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to conduct research and analysis

Responsibilities

Conduct month-end close tasks, general accounting functions, balance sheet reconciliations and expense trend analysis.
Assist and work closely with the Controller in the timely production of monthly financial statements and analysis schedules for internal reporting.
Coordinate and assist with all assigned monthly close tasks.
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
Assist in accounts payable functions, including payment proposals, check registers and positive pay.
Assist in the completion of the monthly Percentage of Completion accounting schedule
Assisting with annual budgeting, quarterly and monthly forecasting.
Compile schedules to be used by internal and external auditors in their quarterly reviews and year-end audits.
Utilize computer applications to compile, retrieve and summarize accounting information for analysis and reporting purposes.
Performing research and analysis as required.
Serve as a resource to other departments as needed.
Assist with monthly financial reporting required by Nikkiso and various ad-hoc reporting requests.
Document processes and procedures
Other tasks as assigned