Senior Accountant

Job Location: On site, Chester CT

Position Type: Full time, 40h/week M-F

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Report to: CFO North and Central America

Company description:

Roto North America is a subsidiary of Roto Window and Door Technology, a global leader in window and door hardware, with 18 production plants and more than 30 subsidiaries worldwide. Through its 2 companies, Roto Frank of America, Inc. and Roto Fasco Canada, Inc., Roto North America has been manufacturing and offering a variety of leading North American and European window and door hardware products in the USA and Canada. To learn more about Roto Frank of America please visit us at: Welcome - Roto North America

Summary/ Objective:

The Sr. Accountant will work closely with the North and Central America CFO to ensure timely and accurate financial statements while overseeing and performing the day-to-day accounting task.

Essential Functions:

• Cash management and cash planning with banking in different currencies.
• Maintain the accuracy of cash balances and timely bank accounts reconciliation. Preparation of periodic cash forecasts and monitor payment of vendors and collections from customers to insure adequate cash balances and minimum loan balances.
• Complete New Customer set-ups by contacting trade/bank references. Determine A/R credit limits and risk categories. Manage Credit Insurance.
• Process accurate and timely A/R cash receipts. Prepare weekly A/R Aging report Monitor past-due customer accounts, and if necessary, take appropriate action to ensure collection.
• Process monthly inter-company miscellaneous billing.
• Ensure compliance with sales and use tax laws and return filings.
• Ensure compliance with procedures set up to maintain proper accounting records and afford adequate accounting controls.
• Support CFO with yearly Budget preparation and periodical forecasts.
• Review GL expenses for accuracy. Complete monthly reports of Actual vs. Budget/FC details.
• Generate monthly commission reports for RFA Sales Managers and Independent Sales Representatives.
• Oversee Month-End closing process in accordance with an established schedule of requirements.
• Responsible for Fixed Asset management.
• Work directly with auditors during the financial and physical audit.
• Organize and manage yearly physical inventory.
• Manage AR/AP processes

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of USGAAP, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge in German GAAP is a plus.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory management.
• Experience with compliance, tax regulations, and audit preparation.
• Experience in organizing and managing physical inventory is preferred.
• Experience in Cash Management is a must.
• Expert level in Excel is required
• Proficiency in SAP FI/CO is desired.
• A valid Driver's Licence is required

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus but not required
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the U.S. Roto Frank does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B, TN status) for this employment position.

Required Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.

Work environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, scanners, printers. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Company offered benefits:

Roto offers an attractive salary and benefits package:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

Pay Range Disclaimer:

The Salary Range for this position is between $90,000 - $100,000 annually. The actual range will depend on varying circumstances and individualized factors, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.