Accountant

AOC Formulations; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with Company Contributions and

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

AOC Formulations is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, team-driven Accountant to join the Accounting/Finance team at our corporate site in Collierville, TN. The role supports the Americas close, posts journal entries, prepares reconciliations and analyzes general ledger activity within a JSOX control framework.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles, 0-2 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field required.
• 0-2 years of corporate accounting or public accounting; audit experience preferred.
• CPA candidate or interest in pursuing CPA certification preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar ERP systems; familiarity with consolidation tools such as OneStream/Hyperion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare, document, and post manual and Oracle-system journal entries; ensure accuracy and proper period recording.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation.
• Analyze general ledger activity to identify unusual items and necessary adjustments.
• Coordinate with global finance for intercompany entries and close activities.
• Assist with audits and provide schedules and documentation as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field

Tools

Oracle

SAP/JD Edwards

Excel

OneStream/Hyperion

Job description

Work Location: On-Site | Corporate – Collierville, TN

Summary

AOC is the leading global supplier of specialty resins, gel coats, colorants and other formulations which enable customers to create robust, durable, and versatile coatings, protective barriers, colorants, visual effects, adhesives, and composites. Find out more at www.AOCformulations.com/en-amr.

AOC is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, team-driven Accountant to join the Accounting/Finance team. This position will support the monthly financial close process for the Americas region, with primary responsibilities including preparing and posting manual and Oracle-system journal entries, preparing account reconciliations, analyzing general ledger activity, and maintaining supporting documentation. The position will perform these responsibilities within a JSOX internal control environment, with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and adherence to established accounting policies and controls. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, practical experience in corporate financial accounting, a willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills. This is excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting, while gaining exposure to the financial operations of a global manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting close processes, completing assigned accounting activities accurately and within established deadlines
• Prepare, document, and post manual and Oracle-system journal entries, including recurring and other system-supported entries; Ensure entries are accurate, properly supported, and recorded in the appropriate accounting period
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, research and resolve reconciling items, and maintain appropriate supporting documentation in accordance with established JSOX internal controls and company accounting policies
• Analyze general ledger activity and account classifications to identify unusual transactions, errors, trends, and required adjustments
• Support accounting activities across Americas locations, including accruals, allocations, cross-charges, intercompany transactions, and other general accounting activities; Coordinate with our global finance team for accounting entries related to our global holding companies
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany accounts receivable and accounts payable activity and balances to support accurate financial reporting and consolidation
• Engage in the accounting/finance aspects of our customer rebate program with AOC Americas sales team and other finance team members; this includes recording all rebate accruals during month-end close and all payment calculations and issuances with the sales team throughout the month
• Participate in Americas lease accounting processes in accordance with IFRS 16; this includes recording needed additions/updates in lease accounting system and preparing related journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist the Americas Accounting Manager and plant controllers with recording financial transactions and with reviewing results and providing financial analysis as needed
• Support the documentation, execution, and continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls
• Assist with external and internal audits, including responding to requests from auditors and preparing supporting schedules and documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field required
• 0-2 years of experience in corporate accounting or public accounting; audit experience preferred
• CPA candidate or interest in pursuing CPA certification preferred
• Working knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, including debits and credits, journal entries, accrual accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar ERP systems and/or familiarity with financial consolidation systems such as OneStream or Hyperion is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to identify and resolve problems effectively
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be willing and able to work on-site in office 5 days/week

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contributions and Matching
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Effective the 1st of the Month After Hire!
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance + Disability Insurance