Accountant/finance analyst

"No C2C or Third-Party candidates."

Accountant will report to the Nordco Controller and will play a key role in ensuring that the Nordco business prepares accurate and timely financial reporting and complies with all internal and external polies and regulations. Key responsibilities include financial close process, fixed asset process management, and accounts payable support. This role will serve as a procedural and support resource to ensure proper and timely flow of data to the finance department in accordance with company policies, as well as assist with other accounting projects.

Responsibilities
General Accounting 40% - 50%
Prepare, reconcile and review balance sheet accounts including Cash, Accounts Receivable, Reserve for doubtful accounts, Intercompany accounts, Prepaid Expenses, Fixed Assets, and Accrued Expenses
Prepare monthly journal entries
Prepare domestic and foreign checking account reconciliations
Prepare pertinent information for internal and external auditors in a timely and accurate manner
Act as liaison with other departments to support all locations including but not limited to fixed assets, GL coding or history.
Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
Support credit card processing
Suggest and implement improvements by continuously looking for opportunities of improvement.
Manage effective internal/external relationships within own area of responsibility.
Support SOX compliance
Participate in other integration activities impacting the accounting and controllership function as needed
Support potential ERP implementation
Accounts Payable Support 35% - 50%
Manage and vet vendor account additions and modifications in ERP accordance to policies & procedures
Assist with Use Tax review and application
Identify opportunities to improve processing time and reduce manual effort
Provide back-up support for other AP functions, such invoice routing and payment processing
Fixed Asset Management 10% - 15%
Manage and maintain new and existing fixed asset records using Sage software
Process approvals and ensure timely and accurate data for the organization. Complete disposals and provide applicable journal entries for depreciation, COGS and cost.
Maintain system of controls, procedures and forms for recording and management of fixed assets. Update and maintain accounting procedures for fixed assets.
Suggest and implement process improvements
Issue project numbers and meet with project owners to ensure the CIP account is accurately stated and closed in a timely manner
Provide depreciation of assets as directed by company policy.
Prepare fixed asset reports for internal, audit, and tax purposes.
Manage periodic physical counts of fixed assets
Support the implementation of a capital exependiture request system
Prepare Personal Property tax returns for approval
Maintain leases and prepare monthly lease journal entries utilizing Visual Lease

Education
Bachelor s degree in Accounting
Experience
2-5 years of similar accounting work experience, manufacturing industry preferred.
Prior practical experience using business systems, SYSPRO (or similar ERP), Sage (or similar fixed asset), electronic workflow.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Behavioral Attributes
Accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Takes initiative to solve problems and improve processes
Highly developed organizational skills and ability to effectively self-manage tasks.
Continuous improvement mindset