Accountant

SMS group Inc•Pittsburgh, PA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

As the primary financial lead on-site, you will drive all plant-level accounting, from rigorous budgeting and forecasting to precise financial analysis. You’ll ensure total alignment between local operations and corporate reporting requirements, owning every deadline with high-impact accuracy.

Requirements

Knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) as well as some familiarity with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
Solid knowledge of internal control principles
Strong financial analysis abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge of corporate policies and compliance initiatives

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree (BA) in accounting
3 plus years accounting experience in an industrial environment

Responsibilities

Prepare, maintain and ensure accuracy of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS (as required)
Prepare and maintain financial budgets
Analyze data and inform management of significant changes in cost trends, material cost analysis, or customer profitability, which will result in bottom line improvements
Responsible for monthly financial closings
Prepare Balance Sheet GL account reconciliations monthly
Reconcile WIP, Storeroom, Accounts Payable, including accruals & Accounts Receivable details to general ledger account balances daily
Timely invoicing to customers and subsequent cost clearing
Ensure accuracy of time reporting and accounts payable entry by clerical staff
Prepare weekly, monthly and annual forecasts in conjunction with plant management
Understand, prepare and analyze key financial metrics
Present and discuss key financial metrics to plant management
Maintain internal controls and compliance initiatives
Develops and prepares historical and analytical information to facilitate the annual budget preparation and presentation
Review aged inventory and present information to plant management and develop plans to reduce company liability
Prepare a wide variety of costing and budgeting reports and analyze information as necessary
Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules
Direct, coordinate and supervise activities of assigned personnel and perform supervisory functions at level established by management
Assist plant management in determining and evaluating trends and variances in production
Prepare monthly cash flow and expenditure forecasts
Produce ad hoc reports and queries for corporate and plant management