Accounting Supervisor III

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

401(k)

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. seeks an Accounting Supervisor III to lead financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls at the Berea, KY facility. This role requires strong GAAP, SOX, and multi-location coordination skills, with leadership to coach accounting staff.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting, with a preference for a Master's (MSA) and CPA/CMA/MBA certifications. Hybrid work options, competitive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented accounting professional with strong accuracy and compliance.
• Experience leading accounting teams and developing staff.
• Proven ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Experience with GAAP, SEC and internal control requirements.
• Experience with multi-location accounting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting activities in line with GAAP and SOX.
• Prepare, review, and analyze statements, reconciliations, and close processes.
• Strengthen internal controls to protect assets and ensure compliance.
• Analyze results, identify variances, and advise management.
• Contribute to annual plans, forecasts, and long-range financial planning.
• Coordinate accounting across Americas locations; supervise accounting staff.
• Coach and develop team members; manage workload and performance.
• Drive process improvements to improve efficiency and reporting quality.

Skills

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

SEC/Sarbanes-Oxley

Month-end close

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

Process improvement

Forecasting & budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting (MSA) preferred

CPA, CMA, and/or MBA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Address 2200 Menelaus Pike

Job Title Accounting Supervisor III

Job Category Finance

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Accounting Supervisor III based at our Berea, KY facility.

What You Will Do;

• Lead and oversee financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP, SEC, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
• Monitor and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and support compliance initiatives.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide recommendations and explanations to management.
• Support the development of annual operating plans, forecasts, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Coordinate accounting and reporting activities across multiple locations within the Americas Division.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members while managing workload priorities and performance.
• Champion process improvement efforts that increase efficiency, enhance reporting quality, and ensure compliance with internal control requirements.

Who You Are

• A detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement.
• An effective leader who enjoys developing others and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• A strong analytical thinker who can interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• A proactive problem solver who identifies opportunities to improve processes and controls.
• A trusted business partner who communicates effectively across all levels of the organization.
• A results-driven professional who thrives in a deadline-oriented environment.

What You Will Need – Education;

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Master's degree in Accounting (MSA) preferred.
• CPA, CMA, and/or MBA certification preferred.

Skills Experience & Abilities

• Financial reporting and analysis
• Account reconciliation and month-end close processes
• Knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Leadership, coaching, and employee development
• Process improvement and internal controls expertise
• Financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience supervising or leading accounting professionals preferred.
• Ability to prepare, review, and interpret financial statements and reports.
• Experience analyzing financial results and communicating findings to management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Experience working with confidential financial information.
• Ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, vendors, banks, and customers.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 5–6%).

Who We Are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What We Offer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Job Type Permanent

Time Type Full time

Work Hours 40

Travel Required No

Primary Location HY US Berea, KY

Address 2200 Menelaus Pike

Zip Code 40403

Field-Based No

Relocation Assistance Available No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled