Who We Are:
Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.
Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work!
Purpose:
This position will bring specialized knowledge and experience to utilize all aspects of US GAAP accounting in performing a variety of accounting and reporting functions within our Shared Services division.
Job Functions/Accountabilities:
- Responsible for all aspects of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Accounting and compliance for multiple US affiliated companies
- Perform all related accounting functions required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with GAAP and company policy and procedures, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Recording of company revenues in compliance with ASC 606
- Recording company COGS and expenses in accordance with GAAP
- Preparing and posting journal entries to record all business transactions
- Reconciling balance sheet accounts, ensuring financial statement accuracy
- Analyzing income statement accounts, including flux analysis
- Period-end closing activities to ensure timely reporting
- Preparation of financial statements, including Balance Sheet and Income Statement including variance analysis of budget versus actual and year over year
- Adhere to JSOX internal controls and procedures
- Prepare cash flow forecasting and reporting to management and ensure compliance with any bank requirements
- Manage and record fixed asset purchases/projects
- Prepare income statement, balance sheet and cash flow budget and forecast on annual and periodic basis
- Reconcile physical inventory to books on a periodic basis
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors on periodic financial statement and JSOX audits and audited financials
- Assist in researching, registering, and filing for all state and local tax requirements
- Assist with internal control implementation and documentation
- Lead ERP system implementations and evaluate and develop workflow processes and procedures for new affiliated companies; develop, recommend, and implement procedural and system changes to increase accuracy and efficiencies
- Training others as needed
- Other additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
- Master’s Degree in Business or Accounting a plus
- CPA Certification preferred
Experience:
- 5+ Years of accounting experience required
- Experience with manufacturing/cost accounting/inventory management a must
- Experience handling multi-location, multi-state companies a plus
- SAP experience a plus
Special Qualifications:
- Solid accounting/technical skills and working knowledge of GAAP
- Strong MS Office knowledge is required; advanced Excel skills a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required
- Exposure to US GAAP ASC 606 and ASC 842 compliance a plus
- Exposure to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance a plus
- Initiative, customer service orientation, attention to detail, adaptability and decision-making skills are essential.
Benefits:
Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.
Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
