Corporate Accountant

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The Corporate Accountant will be responsible for accurate and timely recording of accounting transactions, performing monthly close processes, preparing reconciliations, and performing a variety of accounting functions. 

Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8a - 4p, hybrid work schedule where we currently are in office 3 days per week.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare balance sheet reconciliations and assist in the maintenance of the monthly reconciliation files to include, but not limited to:
  • Reviewing timing of accruals and amortization schedules.
  • Maintaining accurate lease records, posting monthly lease accounting entries, and reconciling related accounts.
  • Providing tax department support for FAS entry and reconciling fixed assets balances to GL accounts.
• Review and reconcile cash accounts daily including the posting of payments and bank adjustments. Maintain cash balance analysis and prepare end of month reports to include balances, interest, and investments in subsidiaries/dividends.
• Prepare journal entries in the ERP system with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Maintain Intercompany AR/AP including periodic invoicing and administration of the Pyrotek Global Netting tool and monthly process, by:
  • Promptly confirming invoice balances as needed.
  • Liaising with global financial offices to help solve invoicing/billing discrepancies.
  • Reconciling monthly global intercompany balances.
  • Maintaining intercompany prepaid records.
• Prepare ACH, wire, and check payments on a weekly and as needed basis.
• Complete assigned tasks in the completion of year-end audit activities.
• Complete assigned month-end closing processes timely and accurately, including:
  • Performing pre-close activities to be completed by end of business on the last day of the month.
  • Handling initial closing entries to be completed within three working days of month-end.
  • Assisting the Corporate Accounting Manager with monthly and quarterly reporting including applicable reports for department managers.
• Assist the Corporate Accounting Manager with:
  • Budget preparation.
  • Annual management fee and shared services.
  • Maintenance of accurate documentation of accounting processes.
• Seek out continuous improvement methods to identify opportunities or implement changes to improve accounting processes or products, or to reduce costs.
• Maintain a high level of communication and collaboration within the accounting department, to include cross-training to provide back-up support and serve as a role model for professionalism, service orientation, agent of change, education, and commitment to organizational goals and objectives.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, plus three (3) years of experience including day-to-day, month-end, and year-end accounting processes. 
• Experience working in a mid to large sized company and/or manufacturing industry and/or using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, highly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Accounting Skills.  Working knowledge of basic US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (USGAAP) based accounting principles and internal controls.  Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply internal policies and procedures consistently in daily activities.  Ability to comprehend the transactional flow of financial and manufacturing cost accounting data through an ERP system.
• Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization and across the globe. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations.
• Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions.  Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar. Ability to vary writing style to meet business needs.
• Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems, including ERP systems.  Intermediate to advanced Excel skilled required and working knowledge of all other Microsoft Office products required.
• Analytical Skills.    Ability to define problems, collect objective data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment.  Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Highly organized, detail oriented and self-disciplined.
• Professional Investment. Demonstrated commitment to own personal professional development and learning. Proactively involved with professional and community organizations that promote professional growth and/or enhance Pyrotek’s ability to meet and/or exceed goals and objectives.
• Travel. Ability to travel up to 10%, primarily domestic. Valid US passport or ability to obtain.

The minimum and maximum hourly range for this full-time position is $32.30 - $41.00 + benefits. 

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits. 

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$32.30 - $41.00 / hourly

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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