Accountant

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

Summary: The Accountant is responsible for the activities necessary to receive all payments due on a timely basis. This individual works with external and internal customers to resolve disputes or conflicts. This role is responsible for organizing data, posting results, reconciling accounts, and resolving chargeback and pricing issues to collect amounts due within specified parameters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all company transactions; reviews entries to the general and subsidiary ledgers to assure accuracy and compliance with the company's established accounting principles.
• Prepares monthly and year-end journal entries by the 2nd day following the end of the accounting period.
• Assists in preparation of monthly, year-end and comparative financial reports; performs and provides analysis of current results to prior periods and/or budget.
• Compares cost center expenses incurred against budget and explain variances.
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts; verify accuracy of bank statements and resolves questions or problems; maintains integrity of cash balances.
• Reconciles intercompany receivables/payables account by the 20th of each month.
• Maintains inventory standard costing for Aftermarket and Motorsports (master data correction, NPI set up, Cost correction, annual cost update, etc.)
• Documents and monitors internal controls.
• Support year-end Tax reporting
• Responsible for Internal order set up & month end reporting and posting.
• Supports Marketing Sales promotion processing
• Purchase Requisition / Order Management Purchase requisition review for accurate set up, PO creation & approval routing for AP processing
• Management /Vendor Payment Processing by review of Vendor set up for payment processing, coordinate with GSS on AR/ AP issues and manual payment processing
• Coordinates more complex account projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments.
• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
• Ensures compliance and safety of all activities within the organization's standards and policies.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience of general accounting, either in public accounting firm or in a private corporate environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Ability to perceive needs and work independently.
• Strong analytical ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.
• Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.
• Demonstrated successful employment track record, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and a strong personal desire to maintain a safe working environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA preferred.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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