Accounting Manager

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 138,150 - 241,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager in Kent, WA. This leadership role requires over 10 years of accounting experience with emphasis on strategy development and administration functions. Responsibilities include overseeing division programs, resolving system problems, and managing substantial resources. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and have proven leadership abilities. The position offers a competitive compensation range of $138,150 to $241,850 annually along with extensive benefits and a drug-free workplace commitment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results.
• Thorough understanding of business and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee division administrative programs and systems.
• Develop new approaches to resolve administrative problems.
• Represent Parker EMFD to government agencies and customers.

Skills

Accounting experience

Leadership skills

Financial systems understanding

Teamwork and team building

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

SENIOR ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Broad responsibility and leadership for overall administration function(s). Serves as the primary advisor to Division staff on administration of programs and systems and provides interface to customer, external agencies, or corporate as required. Participates in determining and implementing longer-term strategic objectives with impact on profitable division growth and customer service. Typically a staff level at a medium size division (based on sales volume, number of facilities and employment levels, and business and customer complexity) over one or several administration functional areas. Provides leadership to other team leaders and professional staff.

Functional areas within administration include:

• Finance: general and specialized accounting (e.g. cost or tax accounting); audit; financial analysis and budgeting; payroll; and related areas.
• Human Resources: staffing; employee relations; affirmative action; compensation and benefits; training and development; and related areas.
• Information Systems: computer operations; application development and support; systems analysis; technical and computer equipment support; telecommunications; database administration; network analysis; and related areas.
• Marketing/Contracts: contract administration; cost estimating; market research; product marketing; and related areas.
• Communications: audio-visual; graphics; public and media relations.

Essential Functions

Responsible for division administrative programs and systems with varied and/or multiple functions. Develops new approaches to resolve administrative systems problems by implementing new processes and/or efficiency improvements. Creates guidelines and policies for division use. Interprets and translates needs of internal or external customers and develops strategies to satisfy these requirements. Develops measures to evaluate results and success of programs with both objective and subjective impact.

Highly visible position with primary responsibility for functions involving substantial division resources and/or revenue. Deploys resources and assists other team leaders in the appropriate allocation of people and capital. Represents Parker EMFD to government agencies and/or customer audiences. Initiates and maintains contacts with important decision makers. Independently and/or through others takes action and makes decisions with major profit and loss impact.

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 10+ years of accounting experience, including increasing responsibility and overall leadership of projects and teams for 5+ years.
• Education requirement: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or a similar discipline, and progressive career experience with specialized training related to the field of accounting expertise. An M.B.A. or Master's degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the described role and responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serves as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.
• Thorough understanding of business and financial systems and controls, contractual terms, and regulatory requirements. Ability to control costs and effectively implement programs with impact to division-wide efforts. Highly effective and persuasive in developing and maintaining customer/internal client relationships.

Additional notes: The essential functions have been provided as examples of types 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 of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $138,150 to $241,850 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)