Senior Accountant
The Gorilla Glue Company
Job Details
Description
What's in it for you?
Thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture, Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 15 years in a row. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.
Joining the Gorilla Glue family means being part of a team passionate about building strong brands and promoting a culture of excellence. As an employee, you'll be able to help create high-quality products and build brands that people love. Join us in an inspiring workplace where you can belong, grow, and make a difference!
Summary Description:
The primary responsibility of this position is to assist with the accounting processes necessary to prepare financial statements that meet all regulatory and accounting guidelines. You will be responsible for identifying and preventing discrepancies and helping set up control systems. This position primarily provides support to the Sr. Accounting Manager but also works closely with other Finance leaders supporting the Company.
Duties:
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting for all assigned legal entities (US, Canada, Australia).
- Participate in month-end close process. Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts. Research and correct account discrepancies by analyzing and collecting account information.
- Assist with external audit and tax support. Prepare schedules required for year-end financial statement audit and 401(k) plan.
- Advise on the application of GAAP to financial transactions and statements. Assist with implementation of new standards applicable to the Company.
- Assist Sr. Accounting Manager with developing and updating of financial policies and procedures.
- Recommend and drive continuous improvements for accounting processes.
- Assist with managing compliance of policies, procedures and segregation of duties.
- Complete 1099 tracking and printing.
- Manage fixed asset data. Ensure assets are set up properly for book classification and years of service.
- Assist Finance teams with budgeting requests related to fixed assets.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Assist with special projects as required.
- Participate in treasury functions such as cash forecasting & reconciling cash accounts
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- B.S. degree in Accounting
- CPA or MBA designation encouraged, not required
- 3+ years minimum experience
- Corporate manufacturing experience or public accounting firm experience including affiliations with successful manufacturing companies, direct experience with manufacturing firms, or a combination of both
Specific Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP
- Strong proficiency in general ledger management and account reconciliation
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools
- Familiarity with ERP Systems (Oracle Fusion Cloud a plus)
- Continuous improvement focused
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, especially during month-end close
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Company Values:
Must adhere to The Gorilla Glue Company’s Core Values that ensure everyone works together to exceed expectations.
- Have fun, be passionate and show it!
- Act with integrity and respect in all relationships.
- Communicate Openly & Appreciate the effort of others.
- Embrace knowledge, growth, and change.
- Strive for excellence in what we do every day!
Are you ready to join one of Cincinnati’s Top Workplaces? Our employees love working here because of our environment, which is driven by our company mission and core values. If you have the right qualifications and thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment, we have a great opportunity for you to grow with us!
