Accountant

Alfa Laval Spiral•Richmond, VA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Accountant at Alfa Laval, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our financial records are precise and reliable, driving insightful reconciliations and delivering impactful financial and management reports that support our business growth and success. Currently, this is a hybrid opportunity located in Richmond, VA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
3+ years of experience of relevant accounting / financial reporting experience.
Knowledge of standard accounting principles, best practices, and procedures.
Thorough understanding of general ledger structure.
Strong technical accounting knowledge.
Proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools.
Attention to detail.
Strong time-management, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills.
Highest level of integrity and trust.
Dedication to excellent customer service.
Ability to work independently and effectively in order to meet deadlines and goals.
Team player.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent preferred.
Fluent in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual journal entries and cost allocations
Participate in month-end close and review of financial results
Prepare and analyze the periodic reporting for Alfa Laval Inc and other subsidiaries
Collect additional information necessary for the statutory closing reporting
Prepare account reconciliations and investigate outstanding items
Investigate and correct errors or inconsistencies in financial entries or reports
Prepare bank reconciliations
Provide ad hoc financial reports, analysis and projects as requested
Support other team members in day-to-day processes
Document and update standard operating procedures for all owned processes
Identify potential process improvements
Be responsible for data warehouse maintenance
Assist with auditor requests
Verifying, allocating, posting and reconciling the accounts within area of responsibility (e.g. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger).
Maintaining accurate accounting within area of responsibility to be in line with accounting principles and reporting schedules.
Producing accounting reports and present results.
Collaborate with counterparts in the finance processes (e.g. Finance Shared Service Center personnel or personnel within Local Finance).