What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Supervisor and Payroll Administrator Generalist position at Meridian Manufacturing Inc.?
This position is accountable for the accounting operations at Meridian Manufacturing, Storm Lake, including maintenance of accurate accounting records, comprehensive internal controls and policies/procedures, as well as preparation and analysis of financial results..
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee the Reception, Accounts Receivable, and Account Payable functions, including supervising and coaching the individuals in those positions; performance evaluations
- Supervise accounting personnel which includes recommendations for hiring, training, work allocation and problem resolution, as well as reviewing performance results, coaching and identifying needs of accounting staff
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements
- Prepare semi-annual analysis on financial results
- Review profit margins on a weekly basis and follow up on any discrepancies
- Prepare the annual budget
- Assist in financial analysis for capital requisitions
- Maintain fixed assets
- Run bi-weekly payroll, including reviewing time & attendance
- 1099 reporting
- Ensure Meridian is in compliance with all government and payroll related regulations and reporting requirements
- Prepare, file & pay state sales tax returns
- File insurance claims and provide insurance information for annual renewal
- Labor efficiency reporting
- 401K administration
- Preparing monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations, as well as following up on discrepancies
Knowledge Required:
- Strong payroll and accounting knowledge is required.
- Bachelor degree in Accounting is recommended.
Experience and Skills Required:
- Experience working with the general ledger and account rec’s
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Proficient use of the computer, particularly Microsoft Excel, WERP’s,
- 5 years of payroll experience
Abilities Required:
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to work in an organized fashion
- Effectively manage and prioritize job responsibilities
- Attention to detail and thorough
- Demonstrate initiative in the position and provide a “solutions-based” approach to challenges.
About Meridian Manufacturing:
Backed by 60 years experience, Meridian Manufacturing Inc. is a proven leader in quality storage and handling products for both agriculture and industry as well as the oil, gas and mining sectors. With our commitment to incorporating the latest technological innovations and our drive to set industrial standards, the Meridian product line-up is the best solution for storage and conveyance operations. Meridian continues to develop economical, reliable and environmentally responsible options for unsurpassed customer service.
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. consists of six sister facilities, each accommodating a large sales region, but working congruently to benefit customers the world over. Meridian’s has expanded to include over 600,000 square feet of production space, four of North America's largest powder bake ovens, an extensive trucking fleet and over 1000 employees dedicated to meeting the needs of our invaluable customers and dealers.