Description

Company Description

At KMT Waterjet, a Shape Technologies Group (SHAPE) company, we’re devoted to a single goal: delivering innovative manufacturing process solutions that propel our customers to success. SHAPE is a strategic ecosystem of companies including Advanced Pressure Systems (APS), Flow International, Shape Process Automation KMT Waterjet, H20 Jet, Aqua Dyne, , Aquarese, Pro jet System and TOPS. Collectively, we provide an extensive portfolio of manufacturing process solutions to customers around the world.

Spanning 100 countries and a broad array of industries, SHAPE is expanding its reach through a growing number of direct and indirect channels. By partnering with our customers, we become integral to the successful design and manufacture of their next-generation products. We continually scour the globe for new, industry-leading technologies to add to our differentiated portfolio of offerings and grow our customer base. Our vision is to become the preeminent advanced process solutions partner handling the highly engineered products of tomorrow.

What We Offer.

In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, paid disability insurance, education reimbursement, and more.

Job Description

This person will be an integral part of the team responsible for the monthly close of the financial statements. Performs complex accounting assignments using a strong understanding of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). Reviews and interprets accounts, records, and financial results for various levels of financial data users. Sets up processes and procedures to properly track and report financial data.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
• Daily invoicing for prior day shipments.
• Assists in the timely close and preparation of monthly financial statements and other internal management reporting.
• Performs complex accounting analysis, and journal entries, and prepares or reviews balance sheet reconciliations as assigned.
• Takes responsibility for assignments detailed in the Finance Department’s closing checklist to ensure completion in accordance with deadlines.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills and US GAAP expertise to identify, research, and implement significant accounting and reporting issues.
• Prepare schedules for quarterly review and annual audit process.
• Primary global general ledger administrator
• Actively participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Other ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Exercises a high level of care to ensure all documentation complies with internal controls.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong understanding of GAAP and finance concepts in order to develop and support recommendations.
• Attention to detail along with a high level of analytical ability related to complex issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and solicit input.
• Positive attitude, customer-oriented, strong sense of accountability and responsibility.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage competing priorities; organized; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently on projects.
• Advanced knowledge of and practical experience with Windows, Excel, Access, and Word. ERP software experience is a must

Education/Experience and/or Training:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Minimum four (4) years of accounting experience
• Accounting experience in a manufacturing company is preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant is a plus.

Additional Information

Shape is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. We are committed to seeking diversity across our operations and are committed to providing employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Shape Process Automation will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Recruiter if you require disability-related accommodation.

Responsibilities

• This person will be an integral part of the team responsible for the monthly close of the financial statements
• Performs complex accounting assignments using a strong understanding of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”)
• Reviews and interprets accounts, records, and financial results for various levels of financial data users
• Sets up processes and procedures to properly track and report financial data
• Daily invoicing for prior day shipments
• Assists in the timely close and preparation of monthly financial statements and other internal management reporting
• Performs complex accounting analysis, and journal entries, and prepares or reviews balance sheet reconciliations as assigned
• Takes responsibility for assignments detailed in the Finance Department’s closing checklist to ensure completion in accordance with deadlines
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills and US GAAP expertise to identify, research, and implement significant accounting and reporting issues
• Prepare schedules for quarterly review and annual audit process
• Primary global general ledger administrator
• Actively participates in process improvement initiatives
• Other ad hoc projects as assigned
• Exercises a high level of care to ensure all documentation complies with internal controls

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of GAAP and finance concepts in order to develop and support recommendations
• Attention to detail along with a high level of analytical ability related to complex issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and solicit input
• Positive attitude, customer-oriented, strong sense of accountability and responsibility
• Self-starter with the ability to manage competing priorities; organized; ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently on projects
• Advanced knowledge of and practical experience with Windows, Excel, Access, and Word
• ERP software experience is a must
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum four (4) years of accounting experience

Benefits

• In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, paid disability insurance, education reimbursement, and more