Senior Accountant - Ametek, Inc.

Ametek, Inc.

As the Senior Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the daily and monthly operational accounting duties, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaids and other assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Applies principles of finance and accounting to various accounting duties related to the Business Unit's financial and operational planning and reporting as directed by the Controller.
• Assist with the maintenance of the business unit’s internal financial processes and internal controls (SOX).
• Duties include the ability to develop system driven reports as well as the ability to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
•  Prepare recurring monthly journal entries related.
• Assist in analysis of product costs, overhead absorption, abnormal fixed cost expenditures, etc.
• Daily interface with manufacturing personnel and production planners. Assist planning and scheduling to improve inventory controls and internal programs.
• Assists with collections as needed
• Performs all balance sheet recons to a high degree of accuracy, explaining any variances

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from four-year college or university 
• Minimum Years of Work Experience: at least three years related experience and/or training in all aspects of accounting and well versed in issues encountered by Controllers
• Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interests, commission proportions, and percentages.
• Must be proficient in MS Excel and Word, ERP/MRP system.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Past experience should demonstrate the ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced ever-changing work environment.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.