What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at Plexus Corp?
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WHO WE ARE
We help create products that build a better world across a variety of industries:
Healthcare and Life Sciences
Aerospace and Defense
Industrial
Some examples of products include:
Ultrasound units
Robotic surgical devices
Molecular diagnostics instruments
Radar design and space applications
Electric-assist Bicycles
WHY WE LOVE IT
At Plexus, we're at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork. Our engineers work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries - helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.
At Plexus, you will find:
A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity
Supportive leadership teams that value work life balance through a flexible work environment
An inclusive environment which values diverse backgrounds, experiences and expertise
Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines
Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives
We believe that our people create our best Plexus. At Plexus, we value the ideas generated by our collective uniqueness and recognize that the diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives of our team members enable us to create the innovative products that build a better world. Because of this, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.
HOW YOU WILL DO IT
Purpose Statement:
Support and partner with team members in overseeing, processing and reviewing a variety of information and reports to ensure the accurate financial results and reporting accuracy of assets and liabilities for the Company.
Key Job Accountabilities:
- Assists with developing and maintaining the monthly consolidation of financial data globally and reconciliation of intercompany balances
- Analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy, extraordinary or unusual items.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts to comply with SOX requirements.
- Prepare weekly and month end journal entries to ensure accurate account balances.
- Responsible for assisting with SOX Control preparation and review to ensure controls are in compliance with company standards and process narratives.
- Responsible for Lease Contract Management along with associated accounting entries.
- Interface with other accounting/finance resources to identify areas where automation can be used to streamline processes and support the design and development of automation solutions using RPA.
- Assist with balance sheet fluctuation review
- Collaborate with global teams to maintain standard processes while ensuring that GAAP and statutory requirements are maintained.
Additional Accountabilities:
- Participate in cross functional Continuous Improvement Initiatives or Specialized activities as required within the organization.
- Assist with analyzing forecasted versus actual results and reconciling variances between them.
- Assist with government surveys and insurance renewals.
- Assist with the preparation of audit requirements.
- Review and approve monthly reconciliations performed by other accountants.
- Supports Sites with Financial Statement Review
- Minimal travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (estimated <5%).
Education/Experience Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; a Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.
- Three (3) years of related experience is required; One (1) or more years of equivalent industry experience is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.
Other Qualifications:
- Excellent math skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel
- JDE, FAS and Microsoft Dynamics AX experience a plus
- Able to work independently and in a team environment
- Problem solving skills
- General office equipment and materials
Work Environment:
The work setting should consist of an office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and a low noise level.
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement. Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!
