About our organization:
Valmetal prides itself on delivering innovative equipment and the highest level of service to customers. We work to simplify the daily life of our clients by delivering reliable products and integrated solutions that increase productivity and optimize feeding and waste management on farms and processing plants.
At Valmetal, we believe that every team member is a bearer of change and plays an integral role in the evolution and success of our organization. The team member in this role will build upon an infrastructure that supports the individual needs of our customers and contributes to our collaborative company culture.
About the Position:
The Accounting Manager – Financial Accounting is responsible for overseeing the Company's financial accounting activities, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, payroll accounting, inventory accounting, fixed assets, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls. This position works closely with the Controller, Accounting Operations Manager, and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
Duties/Responsibilities:
General Ledger & Financial Accounting
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger and prepare journal entries as required.
- Prepare and review supporting schedules for monthly and annual financial statements.
- Analyze account activity and investigate unusual fluctuations.
- Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Collaborate with the Controller on accounting matters requiring judgment or technical analysis.
Month-End Close
- Coordinate assigned month-end and year-end close activities.
- Run and review month-end ERP reports and investigate unusual fluctuations.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Ensure assigned close activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
- Collaborate with the Controller and Finance team to continuously improve the efficiency of the close process.
Cash & Bank Reconciliations
- Reconcile all bank accounts monthly.
- Reconcile petty cash and credit cards.
- Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
- Support cash forecasting activities.
Payroll & Benefits
- Prepare bi-weekly payroll journal entries.
- Prepare monthly intercompany benefits invoices with supporting documentation.
- Reconcile payroll liability accounts and related accounts.
- Serve as the primary back up for payroll processing.
Inventory & Cost Accounting
- Monitor inventory balances and variances daily
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, and Service departments to resolve issues.
- Support inventory reserve calculations and related analysis.
- Assist with inventory accounting and reporting activities required.
Fixed Assets
- Maintain an accurate and complex fixed asset register.
- Record fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers.
- Review and analyze depreciation expense and estimate periodically.
- Reconcile the fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger.
- Ensure appropriate capitalization and depreciation policies are applied.
Accruals & Financial Analysis
- Maintain and reconcile accrual accounts monthly.
- Prepare monthly accrual journal entries and supporting documentation.
- Calculate sales commissions.
- Prepare variance analyses and management reports.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
Compliance & Process Improvement
- Support external audits and other financial reviews.
- Maintain and support effective internal controls over financial reporting.
- Identify and implement improvements to accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and close processes.
- Develop and maintain standardized accounting schedules, reports, and procedures.
- Cross-train accounting staff and support knowledge sharing within the department.
- Participate in improvement projects related to ERP system and accounting processes.
- Perform other related duties as required to support the needs of the department and organization.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, and internal controls.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools, with the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and communicate meaningful insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, Operations, Purchasing, Service, and other cross-functional teams.
- Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
- Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for greater efficiency,accuracy, and standardization.
- Adaptability and the ability to work effectively through changing priorities, systems, and business requirements.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to support, cross-train, and develop accounting team members.
Preferred Qualifications & Soft Skills:
- Previous accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with inventory and cost accounting.
- Experience with Infor CloudSuite Industrial (CSI/SyteLine) or a comparable ERP system.
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
- Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Experience supporting external audits and maintaining internal controls.
- Experience identifying and implementing accounting and process improvements.
- Prior experience mentoring, training, or providing guidance to accounting staff.
- CPA or CMA designation, or progress toward certification, is an asset.
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across departments and organizational levels.
- Proactive and solutions-oriented approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Ability to remain organized and effective in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Professional, dependable, and accountable.
- Approachable leadership style with a willingness to coach, support, and share knowledge with others.
- Receptive to change, feedback, and new ways of working.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a seated position and work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to frequently use a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout office, manufacturing, warehouse, and service areas.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Visual ability necessary to review financial documents, reports, spreadsheets, and computer screens.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through virtual communication platforms.
- Ability and willingness to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing, warehouse, or service areas, in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Environmental Conditions:
- Primarily works in a professional office environment with regular use of computers, phones, and other standard office equipment.
- May occasionally enter manufacturing, warehouse, or service areas where exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment, dust, and varying temperatures may occur.
- Required to follow all applicable health and safety policies and procedures when working in operational areas.
- Frequent computer use and extended periods of sitting are required.
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching may be required.
- May require additional hours during month-end, year-end, audits, budgeting, or other peak reporting periods.
- Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, inventory activities, or other business needs.
Work Schedule/Hours Worked:
- A 40-hour work week will be considered normal. Extra hours, working non-scheduled hours and extra workdays may be needed to accommodate changing production schedules, new projects, product development and other special situations.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package includes voluntary health, dental, and vision insurance, employer paid AD&D and life insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matches up to 4%.
- Paid time off and 9 holidays per year, after 30 days of employment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
PAY RANGES: $85,000-$120,000/Annually
- In compliance with California Labor Code §432.3, Valmetal includes the pay scale in all job postings for positions that may be filled in California. The posted range represents what we reasonably expect to pay for the position based on internal compensation data, budget, and market analysis. Pay decisions for individual candidates are based on experience, education, and alignment with internal equity.
Changes: This job description may be modified if duties and responsibilities change. Job functions are subject to modification based on business needs.
ADA/FEHA: The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.
EEO: The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
