Accounting Coordinator

Würth Elektronik Group; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Würth Elektronik Group in Watertown, SD is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support financial reporting, maintain the general ledger, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on accurate statements, complex reconciliations, month-end close, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of accounting experience with GAAP/IFRS knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or IFRS and financial reporting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor a strong plus).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Payroll experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Canadian Accounting Principles a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements
• Perform complex account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and adjustments
• Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely completion
• Maintain compliance accounting policies
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data
• Assist with audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
• Support optimization of financial systems and tools

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP

IFRS

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Payroll experience

Canadian accounting principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced accounting team member. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to apply advanced accounting knowledge without direct management responsibilities. This person will play a key role in financial reporting, general ledger activities, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements
• Perform complex account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and adjustments
• Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely completion
• Maintain compliance accounting policies
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data
• Assist with audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
• Support optimization of financial systems and tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or IFRS and financial reporting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor a strong plus)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Payroll experience a plus
• Knowledge of Canadian Accounting Principles a plus

We offer a full benefit package that includes Basic Life, Vision, and Short and Long Term Disability provided by the Company at no cost to you. Medical, Dental, Additional Life Insurance and Vision insurance for employee and family, Identity Theft Protection, and Legal Services Benefit are available at group rates through payroll deduction. A 401(k) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending and Dependent Day Care Accounts are available. Benefits are available the first of the month following the hire date except for Short and Long Term Disability that have a 60-day waiting period.

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