Senior Accountant

ViscoTec; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

ViscoTec America Inc., based in Kennesaw, GA, is growing its finance team and seeking a Senior Accountant to strengthen the US GAAP close, payroll, and reporting processes. You will work closely with the CEO and global colleagues to ensure accurate financial statements and robust internal controls.

The role requires 5+ years of accounting experience, ERP proficiency, and strong analytical skills. CPA is preferred; German language skills are a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a small-to-mid-size or international environment.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage AP, AR, GL, journal entries, fixed assets, and month-end close.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP.
• Oversee payroll processing and payroll-related journal entries.
• Support ERP improvements and internal controls with the finance team.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for US and Germany.

Skills

US GAAP

Audit coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

German language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA-track preferred

Tools

Sage 50 (Peachtree)

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

ADP TotalSource

Online Banking Solutions

Job description

Vice-President, Sales at ViscoTec America

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Assigned to: CEO

ViscoTec America Inc., based in Kennesaw, GA, is part of the international ViscoTec Group, a leader in precision dispensing and dosing systems used in aerospace, automotive, electronics, and life sciences. With multiple international subsidiaries, we deliver precision and innovation worldwide.

Join our team and help shape the financial backbone of a growing international organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage AP, AR, general ledger, journal entries, fixed assets, and month-end close.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile Sage 50 and support ongoing ERP improvements.
• Lead, prepare and support documentation for internal and external reviews and audits.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and internal management reports for the US and Germany.
• Serve as main point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.

Payroll & Financial HR Compliance

• Process bi-monthly payroll in coordination with the Administration team.
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, reconciliations, and reports.
• Oversee payroll tax accuracy and compliance with support from our payroll provider.
• Maintain data accuracy and workflows in the HRIS/payroll system.
• Support banking and payment processes in collaboration with the headquarters' finance team.

Process & System Improvements

• Drive improvements in accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.
• Support ERP and reporting enhancements as the organization grows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a small-to-mid-size company or international environment.
• Strong audit experience (internal audit, external audit preparation, or audit coordination).
• Hands-on experience with Sage 50 (Peachtree); experience with modern ERP solutions preferred, e.g. Microsoft Dynamics Business Central 365.
• Experience with payroll processing, payroll accounting, and payroll reconciliations (ADP, TotalSource).
• Experience with Online Banking Solutions.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills; proactive approach to improving processes.
• Clear and confident communication skills; ability to work with local teams and global colleagues.
• German language skills are a plus but not required.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Machinery Manufacturing

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance