Accountant at balchem

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – BCPC) with annual revenues over $900 million and a market cap exceeding $5.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,200 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting, the Accountant will perform accounting department functions and support preparation of both internal and external financial statements and other financial information.

Responsibilities include executing all assigned accounting entries according to company policies and conforming to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, reporting and ensuring controls are followed and in full compliance with SOX requirements. Responsible for completing full account reconciliations, analyzing and explaining variances, working with relevant management to understand and address revenue, costs and trends, and making recommendations for improvements across areas of responsibility, where relevant. This role interacts closely with accounting peers and relevant personnel in other departments within the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Ledger:

• Prepare and enter journal entries
• Perform month-end accounting close functions
• Peer review of staff member work as needed
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger account balances
• Prepare account analysis as needed

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports as assigned (income and departmental statements, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows) for management review
• Assist in the preparation and filing of forms 10-K and 10-Q as required
• Review and analysis of key accounts on a monthly basis; make corrections as necessary and report results to management
• Assist in the monthly financial statement consolidation process as needed
• Provide variance analysis (v. budget and/or v. prior periods and/or v. forecast)

Other:

• Supply internal audit team with information and analysis for SOX and other internal audit testing as required
• Supply external audit team with information and analysis for annual audits and quarterly reviews as required
• Support budget and forecast processes as required
• Follow and enforce all safety policies and procedures; work to advance and promote the safety culture of the site
• Special projects as requested by management

REQUIREMENTS:

• Build solid working relationships and partner closely with peers, business, functional and finance teams
• Strong business sense, attention to detail and a strong desire to grow professionally are keys to success in this position
• Ability to manage and work with multiple and diverse stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player, excellent interpersonal and team-building skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment; able to multi-task with proven follow-through and adherence to changing priorities and deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willing to roll up their sleeves
• Strong work ethic with self-accountability for high-quality results
• Ability to work independently
• Positive attitude and perseverance in the face of challenges and/or changing circumstances
• High-energy, proactive, self-starter capable of completing a diverse workload within tight deadlines
• Highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline; CPA a plus
• 2-4 years relevant accounting experience, knowledge of financial reporting and functions
• Prior experience in financial ERP software preferred
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines when necessary

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work performed in office setting
• Mostly sedentary

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Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

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