Corporate Senior Accountant

Materion Corporation • Mayfield Heights, OH

24d

About The Position

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! The Corporate Senior Accountant role is designed for a motivated accounting professional with 2+ years of experience who is eager to expand their expertise in corporate accounting. This position offers a strong development path with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, work closely with experienced leaders, and contribute to key financial processes within a SOX-regulated environment. You will have an opportunity to: Financial Reporting and Analysis – Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations. Analyze variances and provide insights to management. General Ledger Management – Oversee the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and intercompany transactions. Internal Controls and Compliance – Ensure adherence to SOX controls, assist with internal and external audits, and implement process improvements to strengthen financial controls. Budgeting and Forecasting Support – Collaborate with finance and operational teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning. Month-End and Close Process – Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate closing of books and resolving any discrepancies. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Ad Hoc Projects – Partner with other departments (e.g., manufacturing, supply chain) on financial initiatives, system implementations, and special projects.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to general ledger activities and month-end close processes.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take on increasing responsibility in a corporate accounting environment.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and fixed asset/capital accounting principles.
• Experienced in preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and analyzing complex financial reports and legal documents.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and research skills to apply technical accounting guidance to complex transactions.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating cross-functionally and presenting financial insights and recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with enterprise systems like SAP and financial reporting tools

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing or public accounting, SAP and OneStream experience.
• Experience working in a SOX-compliant public company environment.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis – Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations. Analyze variances and provide insights to management.
• General Ledger Management – Oversee the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Internal Controls and Compliance – Ensure adherence to SOX controls, assist with internal and external audits, and implement process improvements to strengthen financial controls.
• Budgeting and Forecasting Support – Collaborate with finance and operational teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning.
• Month-End and Close Process – Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate closing of books and resolving any discrepancies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Ad Hoc Projects – Partner with other departments (e.g., manufacturing, supply chain) on financial initiatives, system implementations, and special projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed