Accountant

IMI plc
IMI plc is a sector focused organisation at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World.

The Automation platform leverages deep automation technology and applications expertise to improve productivity, safety and sustainability for our customers, Industrial Automation operates across many important industry sectors and is a world leader in supporting customers with motion and fluid control technology.

Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI’s success through over 150 years of heritage.

Role Overview: 

The Accountant is responsible Support Finance in carrying out corporate accounting policies, systems, and controls; record, interpret, and report financial and statistical data in order to supply Management with the necessary information to make sound business decisions.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information. 
• Perform reconciliations of all Balance Sheet Accounts’ identify and resolve all reconciling items.
• Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principal and company procedures.
• Perform Cash Management; balance cash monthly and enter to Cognos; prepare Journal Entry for all cash transactions
• Track expenses paid on behalf of other entities and cross-charge monthly to KIP, Brookville, Kloehn, GT, NAS, Lichfield, Alpen, Fellbach, European Logistics Center, etc.
• Assist with yearly Tax Packages (Foreign, Federal, and State) for tax department.
• Identify opportunities for improvement; performs work with moderate guidance or management support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Critical Competencies for Success

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from four-year College or University, or nearing completion
• 2 - 3 years related experience in Accounting and Finance
• Motivated self-starter with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Proficient at Microsoft Suite of Products
• Intermediate excel user
• JD Edwards or other ERP experience preferred
• Spanish speaking a plus

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.