Responsible for maximizing return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with the Sulzer Accounting Manual.
Principle Duties And Responsibilities:
Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
Oversees the activities of the Accounting & Finance Department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, annual audits, and budgets.
Oversees the operations of the Accounting & Finance department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives.
Establishes and maintains systems and controls which verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data.
Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits as needed; providing information to external auditors.
Manages corporate bank balances to achieve operational goals; Maintains weekly cash forecast
Prepares budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans.
Achieves budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Along with the Factory General Manager and Supply Chain Manager, assures compliance with all inventory controls and accuracy of inventory costing.
Reconciles the company’s inventory on an annual basis in conjunction with annual external audit.
Manages and maintains the appropriate level of cost accounting to maximize the profits of the companies.
Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.
Responsible for hiring, training, coaching and appraising employees reporting to this position.
Provides leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; creates and promotes a positive and supportive work environment.
Performs other duties as assigned by VP Finance or Senior Management.
Education, Experience, & Skills:
Required : Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent business experience with
Desired: Certification as a CPA
7-10 years’ of progressively responsible experience
Experience in a manufacturing company/environment.
Must have high Ievel cost accounting expertise
Strong general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and tax knowledge
Experience in gathering, evaluating, presenting and reporting financial information to executive teams and external stakeholders
Strong understanding and application of generally accepted accounting principles and practices
Knowledge and experience working with ERP systems (knowledge of Infor Visual a plus)
Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team and ability to delegate accordingly
Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation
High proficiency with MS Excel and Word including complex pivot tables
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board, or other outside partners
Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers
Good Judgment and problem-solving skills
Planning and organizing
What we offer you:
401K plan with up to a 6% company match.
12 Paid Holidays.
Paid Time Off
Health savings account with employer matching
4 weeks of paid parental leave
Motivating wellness program
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
At Sulzer, you are empowered to deliver superior results. As a pioneer in industry we have a proud heritage of innovation and continue to evolve for the future. Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter and more sustainable.
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About us Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2024, our 13’500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.5 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com
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