Accounting Manager

SPT Labtech is a global supplier of innovative lab automation products for the life science markets. Our solutions save time and material costs and simplify complex operations. We are natural innovators. We create, design and manufacture high quality, robust and innovative automated laboratory equipment for academic, pharmaceutical and biotechnology research.

We are looking for a talented Accounting Manager to join our growing team. You must have the ability to work on complex products and to work collaboratively and flexibly across several inter-disciplinary teams.

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Prepare and review various monthly and quarterly complex journal entries including consolidations, accruals, intangible and prepaid amortizations, and various allocation entries
• Manage the monthly accounting close process; ensuring all entries are posted timely with sufficient IPE documentation/backup. Assist Controller in monitoring the P&L to ensure posting accuracy and completeness
• Provide month-end closing support for all general ledger activity (including consolidation & elimination processes)
• Review and sign-off on monthly balance sheet reconciliations in audit-ready format, as assigned
• Coordinate and review various intercompany transactions with foreign business units and affiliates
• Reconcile and review key high and medium risk balance sheet account reconciliations
• Analyze transactions to determine accuracy and completeness
• Maintain, document and review processes for internal controls
• Help with requests related to quarterly and year-end financial reporting, external audit, and internal control review
• Analyze accounting variances and prepare/support commentary
• Prepare ad-hoc requests for leadership
• Assess current practices and procedures and drive improvements and standardization within the Controllership group
• Opportunity to participate in various projects including system implementations and enhancements
• Manage a small team of AP/AR support, Staff Accountant, and Senior Accountant, including establishment of goals and development of performance reviews

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Knowledge of Internal controls and reporting requirements
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite applications
• Experience with large ERP or similar financial systems
• ERP implementation a plus
• CPA w/ Big 4 public accounting experience highly preferred

Key Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across functional areas and geographic regions
• Ability to design and produce various ad- hoc reports and analysis

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Our company culture supports diversity and is inclusive of all regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status, and we endeavour to support our employees' needs to the best of our ability.