Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Accountant - Charlotte, NC

Ready to change the future, your way?

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Accountant to unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Accountant in the Accounting Department at Aalberts, located in Charlotte, NC. The Accountant will contribute to the accounting functions including maintaining a system of internal controls that will ensure that company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

your challenge

o Accountable for assigned areas impacting the financial records / reports and ensuring that they are prepared in compliance with company policies and in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.

o Key participant in month-end closing process and submission of results into Aalberts’ consolidation reporting in accordance with strict closing schedule.

o Timely preparation and review of monthly general ledger account reconciliations.

o Analyze the P&L expenses to prepare for the month-end review meetings.

o Key participant with the internal and external audit request schedules throughout the year.

o Provide financial data as needed for compliance, including Federal and State tax reporting, property, sales/use, payroll and other local taxes, benefit administration, insurance reports and other data required by regulation.

o Manage special projects as they arise.

o Improve and optimize internal processes, such as bank reconciliations, fixed asset accounting and maintenance of fixed asset software, capital project spend tracking, and certain balance sheet account specific reconciliations.

o Participate in implementation of new ERP system project.

o Reconcile and contact with US and foreign entities within the Aalberts group.

o Complete additional duties as assigned by your manager.

requirements

o Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

o Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

o Minimum 5 years of Public Accounting and / or Private Industry accounting experience.

o Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, cost accounting and financial reporting required.

o Superior attention to detail. Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

o Passion for working collaboratively across departmental functions at plants, corporate and affiliates.

o Proficiency with JD Edwards ERP system preferable.

o Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; advanced experience with Excel.

o Excellent communication skills required.

o Ability to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships.

targeted attributes

o Must be able to make decisions and solve problems that are general in nature.

o Effective written and verbal communication skills.

o Must have a team player attitude and be able to function in a team environment.

o Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment, accept new responsibilities and achieve results.

o Self-starter with desire to learn and grow within the accounting and finance teams.

o Big picture person who can take over a position and make it their own.

why work at Aalberts?

o Globally renowned company, dedicated to technological innovation and excellence

o Diverse teams of passionate individuals, committed to making a difference

o Professional growth and development opportunities

o Think independently yet work as one team

o Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

about Aalberts

We are a company of over 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life. Aalberts IPSA proudly supports eco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels, and next gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation truly matters and progress is really made for a clean, smart and responsible future.

work environment

o Operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.

o Communicate verbally and in writing to exchange information with colleagues, customers, and clients.

o Visually perceive and assess information on computer screens and documents.

o Ascend/descend stairs or use elevators in office buildings.

o Maintain concentration and complete tasks in environments with varying noise levels.

o Apply established protocols and make decisions in potentially high-stress situations during vendor interactions.

o Prioritize and manage multiple communication projects and deadlines simultaneously.

o Operate standard office equipment and software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, content management systems).

travel requirements

Travel is not required for this role.

compensation and benefits

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our interview process. This role will observe our company’s 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off and competitive full suite benefits package.

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments, selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentative time frame and is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage.

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate