Lead Corporate Accounting Specialist

2 weeks ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States Barry-Wehmiller Full time

About Us:


Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting, and paper-converting industries.

By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


Position Overview:
This role acts as a financial business partner to Barry-Wehmiller's corporate functions and the head office of Packaging.

The incumbent will collaborate closely with the Corporate Finance Team to streamline and standardize processes, enhancing operational efficiencies throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Maintain the general ledgers for corporate and packaging head office, including various foreign holding company entities, ensuring that transactions are accurately recorded and balances reported in compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
  2. Provide expertise and guidance to accounting staff to ensure timely and precise transaction recording; review the work of team members as assigned.
  3. Oversee the month-end closing process, including the preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations/analysis according to monthly and quarterly closing schedules.
  4. Prepare and/or review monthly consolidated financial statements, management reports, and quarterly bank covenant reports, performing monthly financial statement reviews, research, and analysis.
  5. Support the coordination of the corporate and packaging head office budget process and monthly forecast updates, and manage the monthly budget-to-actual analysis process.
  6. Lead and coordinate the external audit and annual report preparation processes.
  7. Design and implement efficient and effective processes, improve existing accounting policies and procedures, and identify and implement process enhancements as part of continuous improvement initiatives.
  8. Research inquiries and provide accounting support/guidance to finance teams across multiple operating divisions.
  9. Assist with purchase accounting and integration activities for acquisitions.
  10. Lead and support special project work, ad hoc financial analysis, and embrace new opportunities as they arise.

Qualifications:
A strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a keen desire to learn and enhance processes.
Demonstrated understanding of U.S. GAAP.

Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with team members outside of finance and at all organizational levels.

Ability to engage with the necessary financial acumen with division accounting, operations, treasury, tax, and auditors as required.
Strong numerical/analytical aptitude, project management, and problem-solving skills.
A high level of integrity, accuracy, and dependability.
Focus on continuous improvement and serve as an effective change agent.
Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks on time with minimal supervision.
Experience in identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives.

Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA certification
3-6 years of accounting experience with increasing responsibility, preferably a mix of public accounting, corporate-level accounting, and/or manufacturing industry experience (multinational/multicurrency and supervisory experience preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills being a plus.
Experience with OneStream Consolidation software and/or Infor XA/Mapics ERP software is advantageous.

At Barry-Wehmiller, we recognize that individuals bring a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.

If your experience aligns closely with what is outlined here, we encourage you to consider applying.

We value diversity and believe that our differences can foster innovation, excellence, and meaningful work—therefore, individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our positions.

Please inform us if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization utilizes E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening, and/or skills assessments.



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