Accountant

Standex Engraving•Fraser, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for executing day to day and month end accounting functions as well as the company’s incoming payments, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing while maintaining positive relationships in and outside of the company. This role involves reconciling financial data, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, monitoring accounts receivable, following up on outstanding payments, and supporting bi-weekly payroll submittals. The accountant plays a key role in supporting the company’s cash flow and financial reporting by processing transactions, resolving billing issues, and preparing reports for management.

Requirements

Ability to analyze receivables data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements
Highly professional with the ability to maintain confidentiality
Organized and detail oriented; operated with precision to ensure financial integrity
Skilled in resolving discrepancies, disputes, and collection issues promptly
Self-directed and motivated to take actions timely, acting with urgency when needed. Able to meet deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and tracking receivables. Experience with accounting or ERP systems (SAP preferred but not required), as well as MS Office suite
Ability to communicate effectively and positively with clients, internal teams, and management to resolve billing issues and follow up on overdue accounts.
Understanding of tax regulations, IFRS 9, and internal control measures to ensure adherence to policies
Ability to identify inefficiencies in processes and implement solutions to enhance efficiency
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Minimum 3+ years in a comparable role

Nice To Haves

ACCA, CMA, CPA, or membership in SOCPA a plus
publicly held company desirable

Responsibilities

Manage the monthly close and preparation of monthly close binders for USA and Canada
Preparing the consolidated intercompany reconciliation
Preparing the consolidated lease reconciliation
Preparing the consolidated bank reporting
Preparing and recording intercompany billing
Allocating costs between divisions
Assisting with SEC reporting deliverables
Updating and distributing foreign exchange rates monthly throughout company
Participating in the external reporting process with a focus on footnote and schedule reporting
Proactively identifying process improvements and assisting with implementations
Ensure compliance with company and AR policies, procedures, and controls
Assist with the collection process by contacting slow paying customers
Special projects as needed
Track all outstanding receivables and invoices
Generate and send out invoices to customers
Follow up with customers on unpaid invoices
Prepare monthly financial and aging reports
Post and reconcile customer payments to general ledgers
Communicate with clients about billing discrepancies and queries
Investigate and resolve any irregularities or enquiries related to accounts receivable
Collaborate with the sales team to manage credit applications and assess creditworthiness of potential customers
Process adjustments, refunds, transfer bills, and cancellations
Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer data
Communicate with IC divisions regarding ending balances and IC AR invoices.
Verify employee timesheets and enter payroll data/coding as needed bi-weekly
Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in coordination with HR.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits while maintaining confidentiality.
Running reports using Dayforce HRCM/payroll system
Ad-hoc reporting, miscellaneous duties and special projects as needed