Accountant II, Accounting Services

CECO Environmental; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CECO Environmental is seeking an Accountant II, Accounting Services to perform transactional and operational accounting duties for the Americas region, applying US GAAP and internal controls to close the period and support audits.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 3+ years of experience, proficiency in Excel and Word, and strong communication. CPA encouraged; minimal travel; ERP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 3+ years of experience required.
• Proactive advocate of change through analysis of business processes.
• Advanced Excel and Word skills with strong written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process in accordance with US GAAP.
• Participates in transactional accounting for the Americas region and other areas as assigned.
• Prepares general ledger entries with supporting documentation.
• Prepares & reviews reconciliations from general ledger, other departments, and external sources.
• Analyzes general ledger account fluctuations.
• Interprets the meaning of accounting records, reports, and statements.
• Responds to accounting and financial questions through research and interpretation.
• Provides internal and external audit support including work papers and audit inquiries.
• Assists with SOX control testing and documentation.
• Implements and follows current accounting procedures.
• Participates in initiatives and special projects as required.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature.

Skills

US GAAP

SOX compliance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA encouraged

Tools

Excel

Word

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future.

As part of the CECO corporate team, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of our global family of brands. Whether working in finance, HR, IT, accounting, marketing, or another corporate function, your expertise will help drive efficiency and innovation across our organization. By joining CECO, you’ll be part of a company committed to protecting the environment and enhancing industrial operations, all while fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven work environment.

The Accountant II, Accounting Services, is responsible for the performance of transactional and operational accounting duties for the assigned entities and functional areas. This role will apply accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures to close the financial period and support audits of such information.

Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Responsible for the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process, ensuring transactions are in accordance with US GAAP and internal policies and procedures are followed and communicate exceptions to management.
• Participates in relevant aspects of transactional accounting primarily for the Americas region and other operational/platform accounting areas as assigned.
• Performs the preparation of general ledger entries, ensuring adequate supporting documentation exists and maintains the associated records and files.
• Prepares & reviews reconciliations by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system, other departments, and external sources.
• Completes analysis of general ledger account fluctuations.
• Interprets the meaning of accounting records, reports, and statements.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting.
• Provides internal and external audit support including work papers and responding to audit inquiries and requests.
• Assists with internal control testing and documentation in compliance with internal SOX controls.
• Implements and follows current accounting procedures.
• Actively participates in initiatives and special projects as required by management.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required; CPA Encouraged.
• 3+ years of experience required.
• Intermediate understanding of US GAAP, financial statements, and accounting theory required, including SOX compliance.
• Be a proactive advocate of change through analysis of the business processes.
• Advanced skill in Excel, Word with strong written and oral communication skills that enables clear communication to all levels of management.
• Execute responsibilities with a sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Demonstrated abilities to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines with efficiency and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intermediate ERP Systems experience preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal travel is required.

ADA Requirements:

Office Positions, Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.
• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.
• Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

ABOUT USCECO’sCommitment to Our People

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you’re a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with CECO.

ABOUT CECOCECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets.

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visitingAbout Us.

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