Senior Accountant

Hollingsworth & Vose • Walpole, MA

28d

About The Position

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Accountant – Plant Accounting plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial results for H&V Company’s manufacturing plants. This role focuses on plant-level accounting activities while partnering closely with both plant operations and corporate accounting teams. The Senior Accountant will report directly to the Corporate Accounting Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Manufacturing or multi-site environment experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and inventory processes required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-site coordination.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle,) and advanced Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review plant-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Analyze plant Balance Sheet and P&L results and variances versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Support the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting of plant results.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Accounting team to consolidate financials into corporate results.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline financial and operational processes.
• Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Assist with external audit requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Assist with general accounting tasks and ad hoc requests as needed.
• Provide guidance to plant staff accountants and assist with training as needed.

Benefits

• Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior