Manager Accounting

Manitowoc•Milwaukee, WI

12d

About The Position

The Manager Accounting role, reporting to the Director Accounting, plays a key support role in developing and implementing Manitowoc accounting policies. This role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as solid knowledge of accounting standards and regulations to review and problem solve issues in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Requirements

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; internal controls review/documentation experience required
Experience with SAP and Oracle EPM product strongly desired
Ability to effectively summarize information into clear and concise updates for management level review
Strong organizational and analytical abilities with high attention to detail, having the ability to work on multiple, concurrent projects
Ability to identify root causes and initiate corrective actions in an efficient manner
Effective team leader with good interpersonal skills and contributor to positive team dynamic
Confidence and ability to interact effectively with various levels of management and internal/external stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent with minimum of five (5) years accounting experience, ideally with several years in industry

Nice To Haves

CPA desired but not required

Responsibilities

Provide input and support for quarterly and annual SEC processes, as well as Proxy preparation and review
Oversee and coordinate month-end accounting close, including journal entries and reconciliations, and prepare financial reports for Corporate and offshore entities; ensure all financial close activities are completed by due dates
Regularly review/update associated ERP chart of accounts ensuring appropriate reporting for external purposes
Manage all aspects of the general ledger; ensure accuracy of financial records, as well as analytical review of assigned financial statements
Approve corporate and off-shore entity roll-forwards and review uploaded results in consolidation system (EPM)
Responsible for oversight of Corporate entities’ SOX controls (i.e., JE completeness), including enhancements and/or changes to the control matrix within Workiva SOXHub
Collaborate with other internal departments, as well as global finance teams, to gather financial data and support decision making
Manage and oversee Manitowoc Foundation record-keeping and financials, including external reporting requirements, as needed
Identify short-term and long-term Finance transformation initiatives; assist with driving efficiencies and implement solutions
Provide information and support to internal and external auditors to facilitate Manitowoc’s overall successful and efficient completion of quarterly reviews and annual audit
Provide key support on and ensure compliance with companywide policies and procedures
Provide support and review of corporate balance sheet and income statement fluctuations
Assist with reviews and associated narratives on corporate Budget, Forecast and Actual cost center reviews
Manage and mentor General Ledger accounting team
Work on other ad hoc projects as assigned
Manage global variance reporting: assemble consolidated MTW and global entity balance sheet and income statement fluctuation responses for audit
Prepare and manage required government reporting, to include surveys, BEA, and US Census Bureau filing requirements
Prepare and analyze annual plan and quarterly updated forecasts for corporate entities and/or departments, including offshore entities
Other Financial Planning and Analysis support as required