Accounting Supervisor

Parker Hannifin; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in motion and control technologies is seeking a mid-senior level accounting professional to coordinate cost accounting, supervise accounts payable, and maintain financial controls. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 2-5+ years of accounting experience. Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and PowerBI is essential. This full-time role is located in Washington, Missouri.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of accounting experience including inventory/plant accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Mainframe Applications.
• Self-motivated, curious, and works independently as well as in a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, curious, with a high-energy demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze complex accounting data for management.
• Prepare complex financial reports.
• Reconcile accounts and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Lead and execute AP improvement projects.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Participates in internal and external audits.
• Maintains financial security by following accounting policies and internal controls.
• Leads and executes AP improvement projects.
• Maintains and improves our newly developed PowerBI suite of tools.

Skills

Accounting

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

PowerBI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Mainframe Applications

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for coordinating Cost Accounting and Plant Support across multiple sites, supervising the Accounts Payable function, and for the administration of accurate accounting and financial controls for the division.

Scope / Supervision and Interaction

This position has direct reports: an Accounting Supervisor who leads the Accounts Payable Team and potentially an LDA. This position is also currently the Plant Accountant for our largest domestic facility.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes complex accounting data to provide management with financial information necessary to make critical business decisions.
• Prepares complex financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Works closely with the divisional accounting team to maintain corporate and divisional policies, drive continuous improvement of the financial reporting, and support growth of the business.
• Reconciles accounts, posts journal entries, and maintains accurate general ledger entries in accordance with accounting principles.
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Participates in internal and external audits.
• Maintains financial security by following accounting policies and internal controls.
• Leads and executes AP improvement projects.
• Maintains and improves our newly developed PowerBI suite of tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 2‑5+ years of accounting experience including inventory/plant accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Mainframe Applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated, curious, with a high‑energy demeanor.
• Works independently and effectively with others as part of a team.

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

About Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing; Industrial Machinery Manufacturing