Aston Carter: Senior Accountant

Description:Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.

Establish cost accounting policies and procedures to arrive at accurate standards for inventory valuationAssist the Regional Controller in the financial management Assist in implementation of new ERP solutionEnsure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.

Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.

Assist the Regional Controller in the daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting requirements.

Supports budget and forecasting activities.

Collaborates with the other department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.

Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.

Responds to inquiries from the Regional Controller and Corporate managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like.

Work with the Regional Controller to ensure a clean and timely year end audit.

Supervise the general ledger group to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.

Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.

Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.

Support Regional Controller with special projects and workflow process improvementsAdditional Skills & Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance or other related discipline required5+ years experience as a plant accounting or cost/management accountant for a manufacturing company requiredExtensive knowledge of financial and accounting principles, procedures, and techniques as well as sound knowledge of standard cost accounting procedures systems.Good managerial, planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

Must be able to work well under time constraints.Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills are essentialProven experience within a leadership capacity.Must be able to successfully navigate Windows (Word and Excel) software applications, accounting software applications, and manufacturing ERP system.About Aston Carter: At Aston Carter, were dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business.

Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles.

As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America.

Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address todays workforce challenges.

For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.Com.

Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call 888-237-6835 or email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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