Accountant

Looking to continue a career in Accounting? Like learning about new things? Have an interest in professional growth and development? Consider our Manufacturing Accountant role here at Bastian Solutions!

The Manufacturing Accountant focuses on accounting and administrative processing. Duties include project accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable. A primary attribute to this position is having a servant’s heart and supporting the entire Custom Automation team.

Custom Automation’s top goal is to help our customers excel in their markets by providing the best material handling solutions and technology.

Job Functions:

Full scope of project financial management in our ERP (Microsoft Dynamics D365) for business unit specific contracts: booking, committed costs, revenue recognition, cash flow and timely close out of projects

Manage working capital for the division through oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for savings and risk mitigation “ early pay discount with vendors to collection from customers and reconcile variances in cash applications

Process and clear invoices against project contracts or overhead as appropriate, resolving all discrepancies

Complete new employee set-up, including time entry, Concur and uniforms and assign those employees to contracts for time entry and expense reports

Provide training and ensure set up for new employees in Concur for expense reporting

Process and post weekly time reporting for manufacturing facility, including research of entries and inquiries on overages with appropriate management groups

Effectively communicate with Project Managers during project administration, problem solve project issues with minimal assistance, monitor PFR for proper cost application, project close out, etc.

Maintain electronic files for all projects with appropriate documents including job cost tool, customer purchase order, vendor invoice(s), customer invoice(s), in accordance with standard procedures

Monitoring and controlling inventory movements, overseeing physical and financial recordkeeping utilizing the D365 for inventory module

Track key performance indicators and partner with the manager to reach departmental goals

Solicit credit information for new customers

Professional and effective communication with other Bastian Solutions business units for alignment

Work with management to schedule and prioritize projects on a macro level; ability to prioritize individual tasks on your own

Proven leadership“ demonstrate positive and infectious attitude, mutual respect, motivate and promote overall teamwork

Strong project accounting “ monitor each contract and ensure accurate mapping of project financials
Timely execution of assigned tasks with accuracy and strong communication channels

Work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and see projects thru to completion autonomously

Identify opportunities for process improvement, develop and implement solutions

Cross-train as back-up for the for coverage in the team across the manufacturing platform, peer mentor to other team members “ inspires & influences others to action

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance highly preferred, business degree at minimum
• Demonstrate practical experience with ERP word processing, spreadsheets, and accounting software and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, expertise in MS Dynamics ERP preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well with diverse group of peers
• Self-motivated to work independently and balance workload assignments within time constraints
• Communicates in positive, respectful manner
• Ability to apply analytical and interpretive skills to problem solving
• General understanding of QMS, ISO and J-Sox compliance
  
  About Bastian Solutions:
  
  Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Advanced Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers

Monday to Friday – 8 hour

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• General ledger reconciliation: 1 year (Preferred)
• A/P/R: 1 year (Preferred)
• Account reconciliation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Expense management: 1 year Location: One location