Senior Project Accountant

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes.

The Senior Project Accountant fills a key role within the accounting group. The position is a temporary role targeting one-year to support various aspects of finance and accounting of Markem-Imaje. The position requires solid accounting knowledge combined with strong analytical skill and willingness to support the team on various assignments including supporting the implementation of the OneStream Project. The Senior Accountant possesses strong problem-solving skills, work ethic, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with others. This position is responsible for general accounting functions, including booking journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals and over-seeing cash application and bank reconciliation, accounts payable, and collection functions of the shared service center personnel.  This position will assist in the month end accounting close process and financial statement reporting. This position supports various aspects of the financial cycle including, but not limited to, monitor various metrics of the business to aide in daily operational decisions, liaise with financial auditors and work with various stakeholders throughout the business to provide clarity and transparency.

Job Responsibilities: 

•    Support all accounting related functions for the OneStream implementation project
•    Assist the project team with any questions or needs in support of the OneStream project
•    Perform duties for the North American & Mexico Center of Excellence team as it relates to items listed below:
•    Assist in the timely processing of the month end accounting close process
•    Prepare closing/adjusting journal entries for the month end closing cycle
•    Analyze balance sheet accounts for accuracy, provide detailed account reconciliations and adjust balances via journal entries where applicable
•    Develop and implement accounting procedures through analysis of current procedures and recommending changes
•    Assist in the preparation of consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and other sources
•    Liaise with all areas of the business and provide analysis and explanation on accounts, variances from plan, etc. where needed
•    Assist in the issuance of the month end accounting financial package
•    Ensure proper coding of expenses to correct accounts and departments
•    Prepare month to month and vs prior year variance analysis for P&L and Balance Sheet accounts 
•    Liaise with financial auditors and manage communication and deliverables
•    Review / code purchase orders for correct account distribution.
•    Collaborate with inhouse Shared Service Center to help resolve issues related to processing banking and concur transaction, accounting, AR, AP function, etc. and help ensure efficiency and proper functioning of OTC, Billing, Collection and AP functions 
•    Participate in process improvement projects
•    Other duties as assigned  

Job Requirements: 

•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting
•    Five years of accounting/general ledger experience
•    Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles
•    Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems 
•    Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
•    Working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting and product-line profitability analysis
•    Requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
•    Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes
•    Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills
•    Possess strong customer service skills
•    Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced setting with tight deadlines
•    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong experience with Excel, Access and Word.
•    Software as a service (SaaS) business experience a plus
•    Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley a plus
•    Experience with OneStream a plus
•    Experience with Blackline preferred.

*Hybrid work mode – required to be in the office 0-3 days a week. 
 

Work Arrangement : Hybrid  

Salary Range : $80,000.00   - $115,000.00  

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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