About APPLIED Adhesives:We have you covered.Nobody knows more about adhesives than APPLIED Adhesives. We are passionate about solving complex challenges with innovative adhesive products and offerings. APPLIED is the industry leader in helping manage costs, reduce waste, and make entire operations run more efficiently. From adhesives, equipment, parts, and service, we have you covered. With world-class adhesive products, equipment, and parts along with visionary leadership, unparalleled expertise, and an agile, responsive service team, we're not happy simply staying put. Every day, we leverage our technical expertise and passion for problem solving for the benefit of our customers and the future of our company
.We have countless victories that we could celebrate, but we're more interested in looking forward than back. We've collected the talent and skills to continue innovating new product solutions and applications in emerging industries. We have the fortitude to not only accept challenges, but to seek them out. And we have the confidence and determination to become the most sought-after adhesive solutions partner.Come join us!
The Role:We are seeking a Senior Accountant who is a self-motivated, confident, problem solver with a history of being a dedicated employee and great team player.This person will focus on supporting the Controller in APPLIED's accounting activities including month-end close, financial reporting, variance analysis and will ensure that accounting principles are followed. You must live in the Twin Cities, MN. area to be considered for this position.
Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and post general ledger adjustments and month-end closing journal entries (accordance with generally accepted accounting principles).
- Prepare and maintain account analysis and account reconciliations on an ongoing basis.
- Operating Department Financial Reporting responsibility includes addressing any management questions/concerns on operational results.
- Help support M&A activity which includes purchase accounting, integration, journal entries and reconciliations between acquisition books (subledger) and APPLIED's consolidated books.
- Back up for cash application when needed.
- Calculation and Reporting of Thermal Product Group Division Commissions.
- Take lead on maintaining and managing company's fixed assets from an accounting perspective including our fixed asset system (Asset4000).
- Sales Tax filings for assigned states.
- Heavily support and help manage the annual financial audit process.
- Support implementation of financial systems, including upgrades and training.
- Provide business partnering support for the Marketing team.
- Capital spends reporting.
- Participate in various ad hoc accounting projects and requests, as needed.
You Are Ideal for This Role If You: - Have a bias for action and like to take initiative.
- Are a team-player, but also work well independently.
- Have the willingness to learn and are personally driven to succeed.
Physical Requirements: - Must be able to remain in a stationary position.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Experience and Qualifications: - An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
- A minimum of two years of experience in accounting is required.
- An understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and intermediate to advanced Excel skills is required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving and math skills are required.
- CPA and/or CMA is preferred.
- Ability to work with others including customers, suppliers, and employees of the organization is required.
- Prior experience with Month-End Close and internal financial reporting is required.
Why Work for Us: - Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- 401k Match
- Flexible and Team-Oriented work environment
- Generous PTO policy
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career and talent development opportunities as well as opportunities for personal growth
Leading with Integrity, Collaboration, and PassionIn today's dynamic business landscape, these core values serve as the compass guiding our actions and decisions. Whether it's demonstrating leadership, fostering collaboration, igniting passion, upholding integrity, or maintaining a relentless customer focus, these principles shape our mission, vison and values, and drive our commitment to excellence.
Our Core Values:LeadershipWe are the leaders we wish to follow at work and in our communities.
CollaborativeOne team delivering exceptional value and service.
PassionWe enthusiastically pursue excellence.
IntegrityWe choose to be ethical and trustworthy.
Relentless Customer FocusOur customers are at the heart of everything we do.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical work is in a climate-controlled environment requiring regular use of computer and electronic equipment.We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.