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Company West Coast Energy Systems
Name Senior Staff Accountant - Energy Systems - Waukesha, WI
Req # 64238
Employment Type Full Time
Shift 1st
At Energy Systems, a subsidiary of Generac, our people help make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. United by our Values, people with diverse backgrounds and points of view work together to ensure our customers have peace of mind.
It's a challenge, and an invitation. Most importantly, it's an opportunity to join an industry leader. There's never been a better time to work at Energy Systems. Our rapid growth equals rapid career advancement opportunities for those who want to be challenged and enjoy a fast-paced, high-performance culture.
Under the direction of the Controller, the Senior Accountant provides support for financial functions including creating and posting journal entries, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, fulfilling various external audit requests, and other financial reporting and analysis
Month-end Close Responsibilities:
- Actively participate in month-end closing process by accurately and timely preparing account analysis and related journal entries.
- Demonstrate ownership of elevated accounting processes including but not limited to: Inventory, AR reserves, leases, deferred revenue amortization, and intercompany.
- Reconcile various general ledger accounts and prepare related supporting schedules.
- Investigate and document reconciling items.
- Assist with analyzing financial statements and providing in-depth account level analysis on month over month and actual to forecast variances.
- Document compliance with various Accounting-related SOX controls
Projects & Non-Close Duties:
- Ownership and collaboration with Ops team to accurately calculate the monthly inventory reserve calculation.
- Ownership and collaboration with the AR team to accurately calculate the monthly accounts receivable reserve calculation.
- Ownership of special projects and account-level deep dives and driving them to the finish line.
- Interdepartmental collaboration and financial support.
- Assist with various internal and external audits.
- Review and update written processes and procedure documentation.
- Review and update written SOX controls and control documentation.
- Focus on accuracy of work product with a drive towards continuous process improvement.
- Assist Controller with moving Continuous Improvement projects forward.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimal Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance;
Work Experience:
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of related experience;
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Displayed knowledge of elevated accounting acumen
Ability to consistently demonstrate written and verbal communication of analysis, trends, and accounting treatment to management
Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, GAAP and FASB
Goal-oriented and able to meet aggressive deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
License/Certifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/CMP Certification;
Work Experience:
Experience working in a service/distributorship environment
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Experience in FieldServio or similar ERP
Experience in OneStream or similar corporate consolidation software
LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE: Carries out managerial responsibility in accordance with Generac policies, guidelines, and applicable laws under the direction of the Controller. Work is subject to strategic guidance and evaluation from next level of management.
Compensation: Energy Systems is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short term and long-term incentives.
Benefits:
We are an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.
Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, & 401k
401 (k) retirement savings plans with company match
Medical support programs: Maternity, Diabetes, Treatment Decision Support and more
Work-life benefits: PTO and Holidays
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
