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Job Overview
The Sr. Accountant owns key items in the consolidations process working with members of the business and the corporate accounting group to ensure timely and accurate reporting. The Sr. Accountant will act as a business partner for key stakeholders, with a focus on driving process improvements, resolving business challenges, and evaluating the impact of new business initiatives.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with group finance contacts to standardize reporting and accounting conclusions, drive process improvements and efficiencies in the consolidation and financial reporting process.
- Participate in the financial month-end close process, preparing and posting journal entries, prepare consolidation entries including intercompany eliminations, equity/investment, profit-in-inventory, and reporting reclassifications.
- Preparation of specific footnotes and other supplemental financial schedules that support and provide additional detail to the key financial statements.
- Complete balance sheet account reconciliations accurately and timely to substantiate the account balances, additionally perform timely investigation and resolution of any reconciling items.
- Perform creation of new, and changes to existing SAP master data as it pertains to mapping of accounts, cost centers, profit centers and functional areas amongst others, as these are key to our organization’s financial reporting structure.
- Preparation of key financial statements at the group level including income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows, showing comparisons to prior year results. Furthermore, perform analytical review of said financials for variances and accuracy.
- Preparation of key financial statements at the segment level, by consolidating regional (management) and statutory results into finalized segment financial statements. with comparisons to prior year. Furthermore, perform analytical review of said financials for variances and accuracy.
- Willingness to contribute to special projects and cross-functional team collaborations.
- Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA/CMA preferred.
- 3 + years of experience in an accounting or finance role at a global manufacturing company, or public accounting experience with manufacturing exposure.
- Ability to prepare financial statements and explain the results.
- SAP experience with exposure to profit centers, BI, BW, BPC reporting.
- General understanding of US GAAP, general financial management and best accounting practices.
- High level of proficiency with MS office, especially strong with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
- Strong critical thinking and intuitive problem-solving skills with attention to detail required. Ability to identify, research and conclude, by interpreting data, and developing action plans.
- Effective communication, curious, strong interpersonal skills, time management and project management.
- Ability to work independently and form effective working relationships while remaining objective and impartial.
- Driven and motivated to meet or exceed expectations and established deadlines.
Additional Information
Company Benefits
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
- 401k and/or employee savings programs
- Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Employee learning and development programs
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
Company Information
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.
EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.