Senior Accountant

ZIEHL-ABEGG, Inc. North America; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in North Carolina is seeking a Senior Accountant to perform advanced accounting tasks including financial reporting and compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, with 3-5 years of experience preferred. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement is offered. Join us to enhance financial processes and drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Sales & Use Tax and Franchise Tax filing requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Accounting principles

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

ERP systems proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Cost accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Infor

Job description

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With over 100 years’ accumulated experience, ZIEHL-ABEGG is the world leading fan and motor manufacturer. We are the proven leader in the fan and ventilation market, providing innovative and energy efficient solutions to our business partners and customers.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing advanced accounting tasks, supporting cost accounting functions, supporting tax & legal compliance and ensuring accurate financial reporting for a manufacturing environment. This role works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership to maintain proper inventory valuation, analyze manufacturing variances, and contribute to month-end close activities.

Senior Accountant

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including entries, accruals, reconciliation, and variance analysis; ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Sales and Use & Franchise tax preparation and filings.
• Support with preparation & filings of annual tax returns (State & Federal).
• Manage fixed assets tracking & depreciation records.
• Prepare and analyze manufacturing performance reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for manufacturing costs and inventory.
• Monitor cost trends and provide recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Support enhancements to accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Assist with ERP or system upgrades related to inventory, costing, and general accounting.
• Propose and implement improvements to increase accuracy and reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and warehouse teams to ensure financial data accuracy.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for manufacturing cost structures and processes.
• Preforming other duties and supporting staff as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Strong knowledge of Sales & Use Tax and Franchise Tax filing requirements
• Experience with standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

We offer:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program- We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision options.
• Company-paid Life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement account with a generous company match.
• Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year.
• Holidays totaling eleven days (11) per calendar year including a floating holiday of employee’s choice. Career advancement and training opportunities.
• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing