Staff Accountant - Traverse City, United States - BORIDE Engineered Abrasives

Description

SummaryBORIDE Engineered Abrasives, located in Traverse City, Michigan, is a world class leader in abrasives manufacturing. BORIDE has an awesome opportunity for an enthusiastic accounting professional to join an established and rapidly growing company.

BORIDE offers a respectful and professional workplace culture along with competitive wages, benefits, 401K match, management bonus eligibility, and many other fringe benefits.

Candidate profileThe Staff Accountant leads the accounting team and supports executives and managers within the company through excellent accounting practices and processes.

The position will be assigned based on the qualifications of the applicants. This position is onsite.

Essential DutiesHave functional responsibility for all accounting operationsOversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to:

accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payrollAssess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvementsPrepare, review, and analyze financial reports monthly to ensure accuracy and completenessPerform ad hoc analysis and projects as requestedWork closely with sales, marketing, operations, IT, product, and design departments to understand changes in the business, and identify opportunities to increase valuePerform monthly balance sheet reconciliationsCash management including daily cash report, bank reconciliations, and short-term projectionsEnsure revenue, cost of sales and general expenses are recorded accuratelyMonitor and analyze manufacturing variances to understand root causes, propose correcting journal entries (when required), and identify areas for improvementExhibit necessary ERP system proficiency for both finance and other facility functionsWork with operations to ensure inventory and related costs are recorded correctly on a monthly basisRegular and consistent attendanceKey RequirementsStrong understanding of inventory management and costsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Experience with other financial systems.3-5 years of progressive accounting experienceStrong attention to details and highly organized; Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasksDeep understanding of the role of systems in the organization, internal controls, and effective processesStrong working knowledge of GAAP and management accountingCompetenciesCommunication

• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Active Listening

• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

Critical Thinking

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Active Learning

• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making.

Physical DemandsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to use hands, fingers and arms and legsMust be able to stand and sit for long periods on floor and in officeMust be able to see and hearTo applyPlease apply with a resume.

To learn more about BORIDE, see our website at . BORIDE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to classifications/status protected by law.