Accountant PositionThe accountant's responsibilities include assisting with the various month-end close tasks, analysis of general ledger expense transactions and conducting general accounting functions. As an Accountant, you will also be responsible for providing internal management and project teams with timely and accurate financial reports and analysis. Working knowledge of general accounting principles (GAAP) is required for a successful candidate in this position.This position is based at Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases, Escondido, CaliforniaResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Conduct month-end close tasks, general accounting functions, balance sheet reconciliations and expense trend analysis.Assist and work closely with the Controller in the timely production of monthly financial statements and analysis schedules for internal reporting.Coordinate and assist with all assigned monthly close tasks.Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.Assist in accounts payable functions, including payment proposals, check registers and positive pay.Assist in the completion of the monthly Percentage of Completion accounting scheduleAssisting with annual budgeting, quarterly and monthly forecasting.Compile schedules to be used by internal and external auditors in their quarterly reviews and year-end audits.Utilize computer applications to compile, retrieve and summarize accounting information for analysis and reporting purposes.Performing research and analysis as required.Serve as a resource to other departments as needed.Assist with monthly financial reporting required by Nikkiso and various ad-hoc reporting requests.Document processes and proceduresOther tasks as assignedKnowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:Strong accounting skills. Familiarity with POC revenue and / or cost accounting preferred. Familiarity with the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to conduct research and analysisIntermediate Excel competency is requiredExcellent communication, organizational and multi-tasking skillsAble to maintain a high degree of confidentialityHas the ability to handle multiple high priority projects with accuracy and meet required deadlinesDelivers quality results in a fast paced, deadline driven environmentGoal oriented, high-energy self-starterAbility to make varied arithmetic computations rapidly and accuratelyAble to tabulate financial data and compile necessary reportsAble to work with all departments with professionalismWork Environmental and Physical Demands:Overtime may be necessary as the workload dictates. This may include weekdays, weekends and or/nightsIn order to perform the duties of this job the employee may be required to stand walk sit reach with hands and arms climb or balance stoop or kneel talk and hear and use fingers and hands to feel objects tools or controlsOvertime may be necessary as the workload dictates. This may include weekdays weekends nights and/or holidaysJob will generally be performed in an office environment but may require travel to a client office production facility or industrial/construction job site. Conditions will vary at each location but the conditions listed above will generally applyIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.Environmental Safety Requirements:New Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees including Safety AwarenessAll safety related training is provided and tracked by the EHS DirectorJob specific training modules deemed necessary by employee's Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basisQualificationsExperience and Education:Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting or a combination of experience and trainingKnowledge of GAAP preferred, including ASC 6063+ years business experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferredExperience with Percentage of Completion accounting and related procedures is strongly preferred.Month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations and expenses trend experience requiredExperience with SOX internal control compliance preferredAnalytical thinking and problem-solving skills is requiredSkilled at completing and recording complex financial transactions. Able to aid in developing information for financial statements and balance sheet reconciliationsProficient in using accounting software and ERP softwareSelf-motivated, hands-on and ability to learn and grow as a business professionalProficient in Microsoft Excel with other Microsoft Office applicationsProduces clear, understandable documentationHigh level of organization and ability to manage deadlines and demonstrated ability to consistently manage competing prioritiesStrong attention to detailExcellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills requiredEEOC StatementEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr