Manage the accounts payable process; to include, invoice approval, entry, payments and reconciliations, and setting up of new vendors.
Monitor paid tariffs on imported material and ensure correct allocation and posting to general ledger.
Review all expense reports for accuracy and proper expense disclosure and classification.
Manage the monthly accrual process.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
Perform intercompany reconciliations and payments.
Prepare financial statements, and ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
Prepare and post various journal entries.
Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
Assist in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings and reporting in the Group consolidation tool.
Assist in providing information requested by internal and external audit and tax authorities.
Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
Works closely with Operations, Shipping, Sales (inside/outside), and Management; to include effective communication of all customer updates and timely preparation of weekly/monthly reports.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting or a related field from an accredited College or University, or an equivalent combination of education & experience
3 - 4+ years of progressively responsible experience in the field of finance, accounting, forecasting and/or cost accounting
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, extremely organized
Excellent computer proficiency (SAP Business One (a plus), MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), including accounting software
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Strong attention to details, analytical skills, exceptional judgment, dependable, excellent teamwork skills, good time management skills, creative, problem-solving, hardworking & persistent, professional competence, proactive
Current/active driver's license
Preferred Education & Experience:
Master's degree in finance, Accounting or a related field from an accredited College or University, or an equivalent combination of education & experience
5+ years of progressively responsible experience in the field of finance, accounting, forecasting and/or cost accounting
Knowledge of "local" GAAP and IFRS standards a definite asset.
SAP Business One
Experience performing month-end closes is desirable.
Experience in the steel, manufacturing or services industries
Working conditions
Travel 10% of time for meetings at other SSAB locations (inventory counts), trainings, seminars & conferences as needed
Physical requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, provincial and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards