Americas Reporting and Controls Accountant
About The Position
The Americas Reporting and Controls Accountant is responsible for supporting regional accounting activities and contributing to the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes for the Americas Region, including consolidation and reporting requirements. This role works closely with the corporate team, the Americas accounting and finance group, and global counterparts to ensure ERP systems accurately reflect the Company’s financial activities and performance. The position also prepares and reviews reporting schedules and supports ad hoc accounting projects that require strong consolidation and technical accounting skills. To be successful in this role, the Americas Reporting and Controls Accountant must take ownership of assigned processes and reports, demonstrate a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and contribute to strengthening governance, risk, and control environments. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, process‑oriented, able to work independently, embrace new challenges, communicate effectively, and perform well under pressure.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive finance or accounting experience in a manufacturing or publicly traded company, preferably in a multi‑entity environment.
- Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with employees and management inside and outside the finance department.
- Ability to think critically and solve problems involving a variety of variables.
- Ability to learn new processes and systems quickly.
- Familiarity with financial accounting statements.
- Motivated self‑starter and team player.
- Ability to make recommendations on process improvements.
- Highly organized and accurate, with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent computer skills, including intermediate or advanced Excel proficiency.
Nice To Haves
- CPA certification preferred
- Experience in external audit with a Big Four or mid‑tier accounting firm is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Accurately prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations within BaaN, SAP, and HFM.
- Oversee ASC 842 lease processes.
- Ensure ERP systems accurately reflect regional activities and performance.
- Communicate, escalate, and coordinate with plant accountants, segment leads, department heads, and third‑party providers to obtain or transmit information needed for analysis, forecasting, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- Prepare analyses for high‑priority accounts, quarter‑end and year‑end packages, and audit requests.
- Monitor compliance with GAAP and company procedures.
- Identify control weaknesses and recommend process improvements to ensure effective financial controls are maintained.
- Create detailed process documentation and update work instructions, ensuring accounting implications are clearly understood.
- Exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling critical and confidential matters.
- Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid time off plus paid holidays
- Medical/dental/vision insurance plan
- Life insurance, short/long term disability, tuition reimbursement, flex spending, and employee stock purchase plan
- 401K plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
