Job Summary
Ensuring accurate financial reporting. Contribute to the maintenance of accurate and complete financial records, focused on managing the organization’s expenses to improve profitability and efficiency. Act as a business partner that supports Operations, Business Development, Supply Chain, and the Human Resources Department. Status: Non-Exempt.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
40%: Accurate and complete recording of transactions within the general ledger
* Preparing, monitoring, and analyzing financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets.
* Tracking and evaluating all expenses related to operations such as production, labor, shipping, administration, and inventory.
* Establishing benchmarks for business processes and comparing them against actual costs to identify and explain variances.
* Preparing detailed reports on cost structures, performance against budgets, and presenting findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
* Ensuring proper accounting for project‑related transactions (fixed asset purchases, leasehold improvements, tooling revenue & expense, etc.).
* Monitoring transactions pertaining to the production of parts, ensuring those transactions (e.g., DMR transactions, cycle‑count adjustments, etc.) are accurately captured within internal reporting and the general ledger.
* Performing the monthly standard cost roll.
25%: Maintain the general ledger
* Preparing and posting journal entries related to various accounting transactions.
* Assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of transactions.
* Reconciling balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
15%: Continuous improvement and profit margin analysis
Lead or actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, including quarterly profit‑margin analysis.
10%: Time‑sensitive reporting
* Publishing weekly financial reporting.
* Assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements and the board package.
10%: Miscellaneous duties
* Meet expectations for non‑routine tasks such as audit requests, grant applications, tax filings (BAR filing, Sales Tax, PTET, etc.) and reporting required by third parties (RechargeNY, Empire State Development, etc.).
* Assisting with documentation needed for R&D credits.
* Developing, improving, and/or maintaining financial models that facilitate analysis of financial data, e.g., Machine Rates, Activity‑Based Quoting.
* Utilizing historical data and cost analysis to predict future costs and revenue, supporting budgeting and financial planning.
* Collecting data for projects and analyses requested by the Director of Finance, CFO, and personnel from other departments.
* Attending and contributing to financial meetings and discussions.
Minimum Qualification Standards
* Bachelor’s Degree in accounting and a minimum of five years’ experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment.
* Experience in the manufacturing and/or distribution industry preferred.
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
* Cost Accounting background.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Computer proficiency including word processing, data entry, spreadsheets, and generating reports using standard software applications.
* Promote the Quality Improvement Process.
* Possess superior leadership and organizational skills.
* Ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and present financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including writing and presenting to internal and external senior management.
* Proficiency in general accounting functions including monthly, quarterly, year‑end closing, budgeting, and forecasts.
* Ability to adhere to time‑sensitive due dates for various reporting needs.
* Ability to contribute to financial discussions and address company needs proactively.
* Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
* Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines and complete projects in a timely manner.
* Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and decision‑making skills.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Contribute to the overall success of the company by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
Equipment, Machines, and Software Used
* Regular use of general office equipment: computer, printer, copier, fax machine, and telephone.
* Computer software: DelmiaWorks IQMS (ERP), third‑party fixed asset software, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
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