Accounting Team Lead - Florence, United States - Trinseo

Description

Accounting Team Lead

iCIMS Job ID

# of Openings

1

Job Family

Accounting

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.
A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful.

We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

About the Role:

The Accounting Team Lead is responsible for monitoring the completion of general accounting / financial reporting activities of the Aristech manufacturing location.

Responsibilities

Monthly/Quarterly Accounting Close & Compliance Processes
Execute entity accounting activities such as, but not limited to, general accounting closing activities in compliance with US GAAP

Analyze account variances and determine corrective actions if necessary.
Review journal entries and sign off
Review account reconciliations and sign off
Closing Entries calculated
Calculate the inventory E&O reserve
Calculate the bad debt reserve
Calculate the returns reserve
Calculate the rebate accrual
Assist in the execution of specific internal controls within accounting processes and other general accounting activities
Ensure compliance with company policies, processes and internal controls
Ensure compliance with local regulations/deadlines
Manage data requests from stakeholders (internal and external) during internal and external audits (US GAAP and statutory audits)
Achieve deadlines set by leadership, and proactively monitor and raise instances where deadlines cannot be met in a timely manner
Publish monthly financial statements for Aristech
Publish month/YTD sales report and distribute.
Complete the quarterly flux analysis for Aristech
Supervisory Items
Manage team of 3 accountants conducting GL accounting activities for Trinseo' s Florence location (general accountant, cost accountant and A/P)
Monitor team workload and escalate issues to Regional Accounting Manager as necessary
Motivate, empower and develop team members
Miscellaneous/Other Responsibilities
Conduct ad-hoc tasks per management requests
Calculate monthly/quarterly index pricing
Publish the sales and margin report
Fulfill informational requests from Trinseo FP&A
Fulfill informational requests from Commercial Team and Product Management
Review/Monitor contracts to ensure appropriate accounting

Qualifications


Minimum Education Required:
Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting (or local equivalent)
Professional accountancy Qualification such as, CPA, CFA, CMA, preferred
Minimum Experience

(years and type):
5+ years' experience in a relevant finance, general and/or cost accounting role,
Experience managing a team

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Prior JD Edwards Experience is a plus
Strong enterprise business acumen, knowledge and understanding of work processes performed by Finance
In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and regulations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with employees, supervisors and customers
Strong analytical and time management skills
Good knowledge of concepts and procedures related to closing and reporting
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Strong attention to detail
Additional language skills a plus
Diversity And Inclusion
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success.

We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.

Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

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