Job description

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting directly to the Plant Controller, the position holder is responsible for the daily, weekly and monthly accounting functions including (but not limited to) general ledger, month end closing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and audit requests.

Major Responsibilities of Position

• Safety: Ensure a safe and clean working environment is achieved and maintained.
• Accounting: Maintain general ledger and accurate journal entries. Assist with month end closing. Perform account analysis/reconciliations and assist with accounts receivable and payable transactions. Perform ad hoc requests and reporting from Controller and/or CFO.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze and monitor vendor payments/customer receipt trends. Month/year end reporting and auditing. Perform reporting requirements from tax authorities in a timely and accurate method.
• Communication: Liaison with all departments on invoicing discrepancies and other finance related items. Effectively communicate with Corporate Finance and external audit firms.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Personal Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes):

• Knowledge of accounting regulations (governmental, etc.).
• Excellent prioritization skills, setting direction and achieving goals.
• Ability to act independently with a sense of urgency when requirement, and the confident to manage a variety of challenges in a fast past manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills, with ability to compromise to achieve favorable outcome.
• Sound interpersonal, time management, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Continuous improvement focus.
• Excellent problem solving and customer service skills.
• Strong team ethic.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to travel as required.

Physical demands:

• Ability to sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to talk and hear over 2/3 of the time.
• Must have the ability to tolerate the above requirements for a minimum of 8 hours daily.

Work Environment

• Automotive manufacturing environment; salary office supporting role with a minimum of 45+ hours per week. Position is overtime exempt, however additional hours may be required to ensure task accomplishment.
• Production environment: 5% of the time, includes exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noices, hot/humid conditions. Extreme temperatures during the summer and winter months can be expected.
• Office environment: 95% of the time, busy office with frequent interruptions and multi-tasking required; standard office equipment available.

Educational and Certification Background

Minimum of Associates (or higher) degree in Accounting or Business from an accredited college or university - Essential

Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience - Essential

CPA or CMA - Desirable

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,629.00 - $104,351.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Eaton Rapids, MI 48827: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounts payable: 1 year (Required)
• Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• General ledger reconciliation: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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