Accountant

Job Responsibilities

? Facilitate and manage capital expense workflow for Braking Systems; track actual and projected expenditures to budget, monitor approved capital projects to original budget, and respond to management inquiry about capex status.

? Prepare month-end journal entries for multiple companies during the month end closing process, including ownership of intercompany close and wage/benefit expense and accrual processing.

? Analyze and perform monthly account reconciliations on a timely basis for multiple accounts with an emphasis on justification of balances.

? Perform variance analysis on account balances to identify and investigate significant differences; properly journalize any necessary corrections and true-ups related to balance sheet accounts.

? Support a strong internal control environment through ensuring timely and accurate deliverables on account reconciliations, fixed asset audits, intercompany alignment with Group Guidelines.

? Document current processes and collaborate with other data owners to recommend actions which support efficiency, streamlining, and continuous improvement.

? Maintain working relationships with areas outside of Accounting in order to provide accurate records and general journal entries related to the Company?s activities.

? Analyze financial data and/or correct accounting fluctuations to ensure proper decision making.

? Prepare spreadsheets and reports on an ad-hoc basis for management, forecasting, or audit support.

? Other duties to support MBS Accounting & Finance teams as opportunities arise.

? Domestic and some international travel may be required, 10-15%, primarily between Danville KY & Akron OH ? with trips to Queretaro MX and Coventry UK also possible.

Job Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Administration required

Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience, with large company manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills:

? Independent problem-solving skills to evaluate financial results and explain variances

? Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize with changing situations

? Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

? Interpersonal skills with ability to challenge the business while maintaining strong relationships both within Accounting and across other functions

? Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight

? Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

? Strong communications skills (written and verbal)

? SAP system experience is a plus

? Audit experience is a plus

? Experience working for a large, multinational company and/or in manufacturing a plus

? Skillful at MS Office, including strong Excel (lookups, pivot tables) and a data-basing mindset

? Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Akron, OH 44301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person