Senior Accountant / Senior Financial Analyst

Why Choose Us? We offer a distinctive employment experience by merging a robust company culture with a defined growth strategy. Regardless of your experience level, whether you're seasoned or just starting out, we provide an engaging and challenging opportunity. You'll have significant responsibility and accountability in your role, supported by both colleagues and managers. The knowledge you gain from our dynamic, fast-paced environment will enhance your learning and increase your ability to make meaningful contributions.

Area of Responsibility: This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, analyzing financial data and providing financial guidance to the company. This position will also have a key role in critical financial activities such as the month-end close, year-end close, budget, cost accounting, external audit and financial projects needed to achieve department goals. This is 100% in the office position, Monday to Friday.

 Accountabilities:

• Participate in the completion of required day-to-day financial accountabilities for Aquatrols Corporation of America, Aquatrols Europe and Precision Laboratories with other accounting team members in areas such as treasury, management accounting, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Assist the Global Senior Accountant with the completion of the financial statements and required financial related activities such as the external audit for Aquatrols Europe Ltd and Turftech International.
• Maintain transfer pricing in SAP based on guidance received from Lamberti Corporate in Italy.
• Maintain and set-up accounting views, costing views and routings in SAP.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Perform financial analysis and provide insights and recommendations to key stakeholders such as sales and operations for decision-making.
• Conduct regular internal audits to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance, identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary with the assistance of the Agro Division CFO and Accounting Managers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and assist with the completion of the annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Assist with completion of annual external audit requirements.
• Completion of projects assigned by the Agro Division CFO and Accounting Managers to achieve shared service goals.
• Back-up to other Senior Accountants

Required skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required. CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and regulations.
• Proficient in using SAP and MS Office applications, with proficient to advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Possess a positive work ethic

Essential Skills:

• Teamwork: Thrives in a team-oriented environment across different departments. Works seamlessly with colleagues, readily shares knowledge and expertise, and supports team goals. Actively contributes to a positive and supportive workplace.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and address issues effectively. Demonstrates a strong focus on achieving measurable outcomes and exceeding expectations. Takes ownership of responsibilities and holds oneself accountable for delivering results.
• Growth Mindset: Embraces challenges, actively seeks feedback and strives for continuous improvement.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in an indoor office setting with extended periods at a computer sitting or standing.
• Physical effort is needed to move, lift, or carry office equipment or supplies.
• Occasionally lift 10-15 lbs.
• Use of computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, and other office equipment.