Accountant I

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Accountant I will support day to day accounting and reporting activities for Fluidcare business under US Operations. This role provides exposure to all aspects of general accounting and offers a strong foundation for career growth. The Accountant I will collaborate with the Fluidcare business team, Global Financial Business Services (GFBS), other Finance personnel to ensure accurate and timely month end and quarter end results.

Job Accountabilities:

• Assist with maintaining the general ledger, including preparing journal entries with proper supporting documentation.

• Perform routine account reconciliations and assist in researching and resolving reconciling items.

• Support monthly and quarterly close activities by preparing standard schedules, variance explanations, and other analyses as assigned.

• Help ensure balance sheet accounts are accurately stated and aligned with the general ledger.

• Assist in reviewing financial results and identifying unusual trends or variances.

• Support SOX compliance activities by completing assigned control tasks accurately and on time.

• Partner with cross-functional teams (Fluidcare, GFBS, Consolidations) to gather information and support reporting needs.

• Complete ad hoc analyses and projects as requested by management.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to streamline accounting processes and enhance accuracy.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles; familiarity with US GAAP is a plus

• Experience with month-end close processes, account analysis, or internship experience is preferred

• SOX-404 experience is a plus

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Advanced Excel is a plus

• Experience with accounting systems is preferred; JDE or Blackline experience is a plus

• Demonstrated initiative and desire to grow your career as the company continues to expand

Education, Experience and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience

• Experience in manufacturing or chemicals industry is a plus but not required.