Motivepower, Inc

Accounting Manager

Motivepower, Inc$112K — $146K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Accounting or equivalent experience.
  • 4-10 years of relevant experience in a diverse manufacturing environment.
  • 2+ years in a supervisory capacity, ideally in A/R and A/P.
  • Experience with ERP systems, specifically Oracle R12 and related financial tools.
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices and process improvement initiatives.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and general Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the general accounting function and oversee A/R and A/P teams.
  • Ensure the accurate maintenance of ledgers and financial records.
  • Supervise the month-end close process and financial reporting.
  • Conduct analytical reviews of financial data to identify trends.
  • Support the development of financial management policies and procedures.
  • Drive process improvements and automation within the accounting function.

Benefits

  • Health and welfare coverage options.
  • Retirement benefits available.
  • Potential eligibility for an annual bonus.
  • Additional training for duties outside primary function.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Accounting Manager reports to the Company ControllerThe Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing the general accounting function. Oversee the completion of ledger accounts and financial statements. Supervision of A/R and A/P. Evaluates and makes appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization.

What do we want to know about you?
• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) or equivalent with four to ten years related experience in a highly diverse manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of two years supervisory role in a lean accounting department, preferable of A/R and A/P functions.
• Experience with fully integrated ERP systems - Oracle R12 (or similar software), including Essbase and Hyperion Financial Management reporting systems.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers on capacity, process improvement, and delivery recovery activities.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment; participation in kaizens and value stream mapping exercises.
• Strong Microsoft Office computer skills - Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, Power Pivot, Power Query, VLOOKUP, Macros, etc), Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.

What will your typical day look like?
• Responsible for General Accounting function and the supervision and mentoring of A/R, Billing and A/P.
• Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable/payable, revenue recognition/distribution, and fixed asset and depreciation, records.
• Supervises and participates in the month-end close process and preparation of various financial reports (structured and/or ad hoc), financial statements, and corporate reporting packages.
• Perform analytical reviews of financial reports and KPI's to identify trends and develop appropriate responses as required. Prepare analyses as appropriate (lease vs buy, financial justifications utilizing discounted cash flows, etc.) statements with management personnel.
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, procedures and work instructions relating to financial management, accounting, payroll and budgeting within a manufacturing environment.
• Implementing process and automation improvements to reduce reconciliation efforts and cross train with other positions within the department.

What about the physical demands of the job?
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• You may be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $112,800- $146,400. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

About Motivepower, Inc

MotivePower, Inc. is an American manufacturer of diesel-electric locomotives. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wabtec, and traces its history back to the MK Rail division of Morrison-Knudsen.
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