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Senior Accountant

22.05.2026

For more than 90 years, PALFINGER has set benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions while providing opportunities for our people to grow, collaborate, and push beyond limits. We foster an environment where we reach up, reach out, and reach beyond. Become part of our team and let's lift each other to create what's next.

The Senior Accountant role at PALFINGER North America is responsible for supporting accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and contributing to key accounting processes across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. This position plays a vital role in ensuring financial integrity and operational efficiency within a dynamic, international organization committed to collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Your Tasks

• Support the Financial Controller with day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting activities
• Lead and participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements including balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Perform intercompany and bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Manage sales and use tax filings and support state and local tax audits as needed

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Accounting required
• 5+ years of accounting experience with strong knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Tiffin, OH

PALFINGER USA

4151 W. State Route 18, Tiffin, OH 44883

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