Senior Accountant at Ametek, Inc. in Warrendale, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Electron Microscopy Technologies (EMT) is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality instrumentation and software for imaging and analysis in TEM and SEM applications. The Gatan and EDAX names are recognized and respected throughout the worldwide scientific community and have been synonymous with high-quality products and the industry's leading technology. www.gatan.com | www.edax.com

The Senior Accountant candidate will report to the US Accounting Manager and will be directly responsible for supporting the daily accounting functions of the business. This includes responsibility for financial closing, financial reporting, working capital review, and ensuring compliance with accounting procedures and internal controls. This individual must operate with a high degree of autonomy and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate financial results and requirements are completed within corporate timelines
• Evaluate accounting policies and procedural control systems and work to improve effectiveness and compliance
• Prepare month-end General Ledger journal entries and reconciliations
• Analyze and report variances to budget to support the closing process and operations decision-making
• Maintenance of General Ledger accounts
• Assist in the monthly upload of financial information to the Corporate HFM system and reconcile Trial Balances to the consolidated reports
• Drive Bookings and Revenue reporting to track performance against expectations
• Assist with the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget with a focus on manufacturing expenses and working capital
• Support both internal and external audit requests (including SOX audits), preparation of state and federal tax packages
• Support Operations Controller and Business Unit Controller with any other duties/projects as assigned, such as the implementation of process improvements through simplification and automation to add controls and improve the visibility of performance
• Develop business relationships with cross-functional teams

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA Preferred
• 2+ years of related accounting experience (Manufacturing Experience Preferred)
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) is a plus
• Must be able to work independently and on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proactive and creative, with an action and problem-solving bias with the drive to deliver results
• Work requires effective oral and written communication skills as well as a strong analytical acumen
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail

Compensation

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh