Senior Accountant

Hollingsworth & Vose; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollingsworth & Vose in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Accountant – Plant Accounting to ensure accurate, timely financial results for manufacturing plants, partnering with plant operations and corporate accounting. You will report to the Corporate Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, variance analysis, and process improvements. Strong GAAP knowledge and ERP experience required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review plant-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Analyze plant Balance Sheet and P&L results and variances versus budget and forecast.
• Support the month-end close process for timely reporting of plant results.
• Collaborate with Corporate Accounting to consolidate plant data into corporate results.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP proficiency

Multi-site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant – Plant Accounting plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial results for H&V Company’s manufacturing plants. This role focuses on plant-level accounting activities while partnering closely with both plant operations and corporate accounting teams. The Senior Accountant will report directly to the Corporate Accounting Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and review plant-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Analyze plant Balance Sheet and P&L results and variances versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Support the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting of plant results.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Accounting team to consolidate financials into corporate results.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline financial and operational processes.
• Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Assist with external audit requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Assist with general accounting tasks and ad hoc requests as needed.
• Provide guidance to plant staff accountants and assist with training as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Manufacturing or multi-site environment experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and inventory processes required.

** SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:**

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-site coordination.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle,) and advanced Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Applies deep accounting and financial expertise to support sound business decisions. Understands the impact of accounting outcomes on site and corporate performance.
• Seeks out process improvements and automation opportunities with accounting and reporting workflows. Encourages continuous improvement and helps implement best practices across sites and corporate functions.
• Delivers accurate and timely financial reporting, maintains strong internal controls, and ensures compliance with policies. Takes ownership of outcomes and follows through on commitments with a sense of urgency.
• Thinks beyond individual sites/departments to ensure consistency and alignment across the organization. Balances corporate objectives with site-level realities and promotes standardization of accounting practices across all locations.
• Builds trust and collaboration among accounting team. Communicates effectively, develops others, and fosters a supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.

Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Starting salary $80,000

Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.