Accountant

Snap-on; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Snap-on in Louisville, KY seeks an experienced General Accountant responsible for maintaining subsidiary ledgers, preparing journal entries, reconciliations and analysis; supports audit requests and ad-hoc reporting.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 2–5 years of accounting experience; strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables) and knowledge of inventory transactions, AP, and internal controls are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Two to five years of accounting experience.
• High level of understanding of inventory transactions & AP processes, complex transactions and ability to follow-up and resolve issues.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Must be flexible and multi-task oriented.
• Working understanding of foreign exchange transactions.
• Ability to follow-up on multiple issues timely.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of general accounting, financial analysis, reporting requirements and computer applications.
• Knowledge of internal control policies & procedures.
• Must be able to work with minimal oversight with attention to accuracy and timeliness.
• Be able to develop and maintain relationships with diplomacy and tact.
• Proficiency in MS Office required. Daily use of Excel - intermediate/advanced level needed, including proficiency with lookups and pivot tables a plus. Solid understanding of Access desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must align with the Snap‑on mission statement.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety, under supervision, of professional level accounting functions
• General accounting duties including journal entry preparation, accounts payable review and problem resolution, inventory transaction research and inventory reporting, sales tax reporting
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations & required analysis timely and accurately
• Month-end/ year-end closing activites
• Test, document, and pull records for audit request
• Document processes and cross-train in other aspects of accounting department as needed
• Other duties/projects as may be assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

This position will include all aspects of general accounting. Responsible for maintaining subsidiary ledgers, preparing journal entries, account reconciliation & analysis. Tasks will include tracking, analyzing and reporting of accruals & various data sets, as well as perform routine accounting duties that support specific business activities and the Accounting Department. Performs standard and ad-hoc reporting, specific other analysis as directed. Investigate specific transactions, procedures and activities that interfere with and/or create obstruction in accounting transactions & processes. Assist with the development and implementation of changes as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety, under supervision, of professional level accounting functions
• General accounting duties including journal entry preparation, accounts payable review and problem resolution, inventory transaction research and inventory reporting, sales tax reporting
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations & required analysis timely and accurately
• Month-end/ year-end closing activites
• Test, document, and pull records for audit request
• Document processes and cross-train in other aspects of accounting department as needed

Other duties/projects as may be assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of accounting experience
• High level of understanding of inventory transactions & AP processes, complex transactions and ability to follow-up and resolve issues
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Must be flexible and multi-task oriented
• Working understanding of foreign exchange transactions.
• Ability to follow-up on multiple issues timely
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of general accounting, financial analysis, reporting requirements and computer applications
• Knowledge of internal control policies & procedures
• Must be able to work with minimal oversight with attention to accuracy and timeliness
• Be able to develop and maintain relationships with diplomacy and tact
• Proficiency in MS Office required. Daily use of Excel - intermediate/advanced level needed, including proficiency with lookups and pivot tables a plus. Solid understanding of Access desired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must align with the Snap‑on mission statement
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes; Hi-Vis Vest, Steel Toe Shoes, Safety Glasses or Prescription Safety Glasses (If Applicable), Gloves (If Applicable), and Ear Plugs (If Applicable).
• Must adhere to safety guidelines