Accountant - Urgent Hire

PROMOTION DUE TO PENDING RETIREMENT

Position Summary:

The Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager for the coordination and performance of all duties associated with the financial records of the company; assists with analyzing the financial health of the company for review by the Accounting Manager and company Treasurer, responsible for development and performance of hourly staff.

Position Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in accounting required with minimum two years in accrual-based accounting
• Accounting for manufacturing facility with cost accounting of products strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational and supervisory skills required
• Experience in project management and budgetary responsibilities strongly preferred
• Strong computer skills including ERP development and usage, MS Office with advanced level skills using Excel
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to multi-task ongoing responsibilities and projects in a professional manner.
• Lead, manage and develop department personnel with the ability and desire to backup the Financial Manager's duties.

General Job Duties:

• Preparation, reconciliation, reporting and analysis of company financial records including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, liabilities, general ledger, and capital projects.
• General accounting work including journal entries, allocations, account reconciliation, financial statement reporting and distribution, budgeting, inventory control.
• Cash management including wire transfers, foreign exchange rates, processing and tracking receipts, payments, bank statements.
• Assist with collection of data for Cost accounting of products; internal and external audit activity.
• Tracking of expenses for cost reduction recommendations
• Understanding and maintenance of information into/out of ERP system beyond a general user
• Must be able to work with multiple personalities in a constructive and professional manner.

Hours and Benefits:

• Base work schedule is Monday thru Friday, onsite during day hours with overtime as needed for business necessity.
• BioKyowa offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, prescription drug and dental insurance, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurance, 401k match and profit sharing (up to 7%), and vacation (15 days annually).
• Salaried wage is based on qualifications and experience, with an estimated starting range of $60,000 - $80,000.

Quality Requirements (for food production safety):

Minimal facial hair, minimal makeup, no jewelry, false fingernails, nail polish, hair extensions, wigs, toupees, cologne or perfume. Long hair must be tied up for safety reasons. Facility is a non-smoking, non-tobacco facility.