Region Accountant-Tonawanda NY at Linde Inc in Tonawanda, New York

Job Description:

About Linde: Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2023 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet. The company serves a variety of end markets including aerospace, chemicals, food and beverage, electronics, energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and primary metals. Linde's industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions. For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com. Job Overview: The Region Accountant is responsible for the general accounting activities for a complex region business. Ensures the day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger, prepares financial reports, and analyzes and reports variances. Primary Responsibilities: - Works closely with region business controller to provide day to day accounting and financial analysis support - Responsibilities include analyzing plant operating expenses, production volumes, and inventory balances for accuracy and completeness - Applies in-depth accounting knowledge to solve moderate problems - Interprets internal or external accounting issues and recommends best practices - Month end responsibilities include review of expense transactions, preparation of journal entries, analysis of plant production volumes, and account reconciliations - May develop accounting models to address specific business needs and problems - Ensures accounting conforms with GAAP, company policies, and SOX documentation - Ad hoc projects and financial analysis - Acts as resource for colleagues with less experience Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required - 3-5 years relevant accounting experience, manufacturing environment preferred - Proficient in Microsoft Excel - JD Edwards experience is a plus - Oracle Business Intelligence experience is a plus - Highly organized and a strong team player - Strong attention to detail - Ability to problem solve and work independently - Demonstrate the ability to learn new processes and concepts quickly At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent. To learn more, visit About Linde We offer a comprehensive competitive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, health, dental, disability, life insurance, 401(k) (with matching), and pension benefits. Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Pay Range: 75,525-100,700