Senior General Accountant - TIGHITCO, Inc.
Berlin, CT 06037
About the Job
Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility:
The Senior (Sr.) General Accountant assists the Controller in all aspects of Financial Management and will work on special projects that are assigned.
Responsibilities:D u t i e s & A r e a s o f R e s p o n s i b i l i t y
• Gain a thorough understanding of the duties assigned to the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Clerks and be able to cover these areas in the event of absences.• Become skilled with Epicor and all modules pertaining to accounting.
• Monitor open customer invoices for timely payments. Coordinate collection efforts on delinquent accounts.
• Monitor Raw Material, WIP and Finished Goods inventory and investigate discrepancies. Assist Controller with monthly reconciliation to G/L.
• Assist Controller with monthly financial statements and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Assist Controller with analysis of actual to budget variances on manufacturing and general expenses. Initiate cost improvement suggestions to manufacturing staff.
• Assist Controller with gross Margin analysis to identify programs that require cost reduction efforts. Identify and elevate manufacturing performance issues which can improve margins.
• Assist Controller with annual operating expense budgets.
• Assist Controller with year-end stock, WIP and finished goods physical inventories.
• Assist Controller with identify and elevate operating improvements in Finance and Accounting processes.
• Assist Controller with coordinate with other departments to ensure the information and communication between finance and other departments is adequate and timely.
• Assist controller with Identify and develop reports necessary to effectively manage Finance to meet overall company objectives.
• Prioritize work to meet company needs.
Other Duties: This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Activities, duties & responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
K n o w l e d g e, S k i l l s & A b i l i t i e s
Required:
- S. Degree in Accounting; A minimum of four years accounting experience in a manufacturing concern.
- Cost Accounting Experience preferred
- Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change and challenges, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
- Should have knowledge of Epicor software and Microsoft Office
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility; someone who is adaptive to frequent changes in priorities, organization and strategy; flexible to deadlines with short lead times
- Ability to balance multiple, diverse priorities and produce deliverables of high quality
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry
A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n
Work Environment & Physical Demands: This role operates both in an office setting as well as in the manufacturing shop floor environment. Job requires routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc., and mechanical tools, assembly/disassembly and machining equipment, measurement devices, etc. Occasional requirements of lifting, bending, and standing, as necessary.
Work Authorization: U.S. citizenship is a requirement for this position as TIGHITCO is subject to ITAR compliance. Applicants must meet the definition of a “US person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 for purposes of Export Control compliance requirements.
AAP / EEO Statement: TIGHITCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer with a standing policy of non-discrimination. This means that all qualified persons are afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment including hiring and promotion without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Connecticut House Bill No. 6380 Compliance: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $115,000.