Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Accountant, North America will be involved in general accounting, month end close, general journal entries preparation & posting, account reconciliations and research, fixed asset management and monthly financial reporting, in addition to supporting Assistant Controller with the corporate dealer programs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Applies accounting and financial policies, procedures and processes to comply with US GAAP overseeing all aspects of these processes and complying with US GAAP to integrate the financial results of North America.
2. Assists in preparing monthly financial reports, working capital analysis reports, analyzes results by comparing actuals to budget, forecast, plan or prior year, provides monthly operating results and key performance indicators for North American operating units in support of strategic decision making.
3. Prepares required journal entries for financial close and reconciles general ledger accounts to support month end balances.
4. Provides backup support for Assistant Controller with monthly reporting of financials, forecasts and uploading of actual data to parent company via OneStream.
5. Provides back-up support for the integration of foreign subsidiaries financial results into the consolidation tool as necessary.
6. Involvement in continuous improvement efforts for streamlining general accounting processes and workflows for general accounting systems and related JD Edwards software.
7. Assists with Sales Tax compliance to include any tax changes, reviewing Avalara for customer tax exemptions and review all US and Canada sales tax returns monthly.
8. Provide weekly reporting on bank, inventory, A/R and A/P balances for all North America.
9. Maintains fixed asset and intangible asset records; complies with capitalization policy and federal guidelines for depreciation and amortization calculations, administers the capital request approval program and is responsible for the monthly capital assets and depreciation and amortization forecasts.
10. Assists with Vehicle Fleet Management by maintaining Enterprise contact, assisting with securing new vehicles and approving vehicle repair requests.
11. Serves as the fuel card administrator adding new vehicle cards, performing driver maintenance by adding/removing drivers and reviewing monthly invoices for approval.
12. Assists with compliance regarding new and existing accounting standards in support of compliance with GAAP.
13. Works with Assistant Controller to develop, implement and manage an internal audit process for Kinetico remote locations.
14. Provides backup and support as necessary to integrate the Corporate Dealer financials into JDEdwards.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Other duties may be required to be undertaken which fall within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the role.

What you will need to succeed:

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA certified (or in progress)
• 5+ years related work experience working as an Accountant or similar analytical role
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate at multiple organizational levels
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of accounting software, word processing and advanced proficiency in Excel
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing tasks

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timeliness and accuracy of reporting
• Adherence to policies and internal controls
• Effective analysis and recommendations as needed
• Effective continuous improvement efforts for processes and workflows

Compensation:

• Salaried, Exempt
• Bonus Eligible

Travel:

• Up to 10%

Location:

• Kinetico Global Corporate Headquarters, Newbury, OH

Why Join Kinetico:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
• Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
• Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment and Difference:

Founded in 1970, Kinetico was started by two engineers who pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. Evolving from the Tangent Company, a small consulting design firm, Kinetico soon became a global organization of independent dealers, international distributors representing nearly 100 countries. Through the dedication of its founders, employees and distribution network, Kinetico has experienced tremendous success. The company has grown from a two-man, creative undertaking into a strong and dynamic organization.

Innovative technology and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction have distinguished the company and positioned Kinetico as a leader in today’s ever-changing water treatment industry manufacturing water softeners, along with a wide range of systems that improve water quality for general use, as well as those that provide high-quality drinking water for consumption. Kinetico products are Third Party certified to confirm quality and performance and complimented by the most comprehensive warranties in the industry.

Kinetico is part of the Axel Johnson Group of companies, a global organization and fifth generation company that continues to be successful in developing leading businesses.

Kinetico Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

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