Staff Accountant I (32839)

POSITION SUMMARY

Under minimal direction, performs administrative and complex accounting tasks related to product costing, service accounting, financial reporting and financial analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. (Essential)
• Resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative and practical ways by using skills and full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures. (Essential)
• Prepares journal entries for monthly general ledger close, including reconciliation and review of various income statement and balance sheet accounts. (Essential)
• Prepares monthly executive PowerPoint presentations including graphs, supporting details and comments. (Essential)
• Compile and analyze data to research trends, assist with forecasting and support organizational decision making. (Essential)
• Through data analysis identify areas of focus for management to meet company goals. (Essential)
• Prepares and compiles monthly financial statements and related schedules in a timely manner. (Essential)
• Act as point of contact for parent company to respond to inquiries including performing the necessary research and documentation as required. (Essential)
• Performs annual and revised budgeting cycle activities including departmental budgeting. (Essential)
• Prepares monthly Ebara Corporation report as well as other reporting and informational requests from EC. (Essential)
• Maintains current and accurate standard costs and updates costs for all products on an on-going basis including determining material overhead and labor rates. (Essential)
• Backfill for ERP conversion Accounting department resource requirements. (Essential)
• Prepares quarterly inventory reserves. (Essential)
• Prepares and assists in preparing documentation for annual financial audit and quarterly reviews. (Essential)
• Support and backup accounting group, including willingness to perform other accounting staff functions including, but not limited to accounts receivable processing, accounts payable processing and filing. (Essential)
• Complies with EBARA safety policies, including participation in and completion of all required safety training. (Essential)
• Maintains clean and safe working environment compliant with Ebara safety policies. (Essential)
• Performs other duties as assigned. (Non-Essential)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• The ability to perform the identified essential functions of the classification, including the operation of any machinery and/or equipment that is associated with performing the essential functions.
• The ability to perform the essential functions of the position in a cross cultural, demanding and dynamic environment.
• The ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat of harm to him/herself, others or property.
• The ability to adhere to EBARA personnel policies and practices, including the attendance and punctuality requirements.
• The ability to work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines, and at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Two (2) to five (5) years financial accounting experience, including internal financial statement preparation and daily general ledger accounting, preferably in a multi-company environment.
• Detailed knowledge of cost accounting concepts and theories, and service accounting.
• Working knowledge of general policies and procedures.
• Strong Customer Relations skills.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of MS Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong relationship building skills with ability to collaborate and work effectively with internal colleagues and customer.
• Demonstrated teamwork and Organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.