Staff Accountant - Tate Inc.

Job Type: Full-time

Reporting to: Accounting Manager

Location: Jessup, Maryland, USA

Type: Exempt

About Us

At Tate, we are passionate about everything we do. Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions, for over 60 years. We have expanded our manufacturing footprint across the US, Europe, Australia, and are excited to have opened a new 287,000 sq. ft. manufacturing site in St. Paul, Virginia, and an additional 40,000 sq ft of manufacturing at our site in Belgium in Q1 2024 alone.

Our experienced team is expanding, and we are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working collaboratively on projects, as we continue to stay ahead of the data center revolution. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and our business remains committed to developing lower carbon, sustainable solutions, in keeping with our 10-year Planet Passionate sustainability strategy. We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team. Together, let's shape the future of data center infrastructure with innovation, excellence, and a passion for sustainable growth.

At Tate, you can expect the stability and growth of a long-established multinational coupled with the speed and dynamism of a fast-paced growing company. The perfect balance!

About the Role:

As a Staff Accountant, you will reconcile accounts, maintain the general ledger, and assist with month-end closing processes. You'll handle Accounts Payable, support audits and file tax forms. Additionally, you'll assist with special projects and ensure compliance with accounting practices.

What You’ll Do

• Reconciles bank accounts, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Reconciles Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and other balance sheet accounts, as needed.
• Performs general accounting and other related duties.
• Maintains the general ledger, chart of accounts, and statement format listings.
• Participates in the department’s month end close process, including completion of reporting schedules and updating corporate reporting systems.
• Codes and processes Accounts Payable invoices, sets up new vendors, and reconciles vendor statements.
• Provides auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform audits.
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Assists department with work order and capital expenditure process.
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Prepares and keys journal entries.
• Assists with customer collections, posts cash to Accounts Receivable, and processes credits/debits to customer accounts.
• Assists the Accounting/Finance Department with special projects and other departmental requirements, as needed.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

Additional Expectation

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience required.
• Accounting qualification preferred.
• Good Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• A minimum of 3 years’ general accounting or other relevant experience required.

• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Must possess and demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical Acumen: Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and accounting software.

Employee Benefits

• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us, in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership and strive for excellence.

Tate is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. Come aboard as we champion diversity and inclusivity in the workplace!

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