Senior Accountant at WEG in Duluth, GA

Job description

• WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team.
• The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining the integrity of accounting records, and supporting critical accounting and financial close activities. This role serves as a key contributor to the month-end close process, general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives while providing leadership and guidance on accounting projects.
• This is a true Senior Accountant position requiring demonstrated progressive accounting experience, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will have experience operating in a corporate or manufacturing environment and be comfortable taking ownership of complex accounting responsibilities.
• This position is fully onsite Monday through Friday and requires close collaboration with the finance and accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Perform detailed account analysis to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts, documents, and reports
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month-end close
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing necessary schedules and documentation
• Assist with the preparation of various financial statements and reports
• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to management
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Monitor budget vs. actual performance and prepare reports on budget variances
• Assist with remote bank deposits
• Administer the AMEX corporate credit card program
• Perform employee offboarding tasks related to AMEX and Motus programs
• Work with WEG Business Services (WBS) to accomplish assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Assist in entering accounts payable transactions
• Assist with new vendor setup verification
• Maintain records related to facility leases, including payment processing
• Assist with the proper recording of all leased asset transactions, both facility and equipment
• Review and calculate internal sales commissions monthly
• Maintain gross margin reports related to both products and services
• Assist with reviewing drop shipment transactions for revenue recognition, including invoicing
• Assist in preparing schedules for federal and state income tax filings
• Assist with the preparation of indirect tax returns (personal property, business license, and other regulatory filings)
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, and other accounting policies
• Ensure adherence to all company accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, supporting the company's governance framework
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
• Recommend and implement best practices for internal controls and accounting procedures
• Prepare and submit US government agency reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually) as directed
• Lead or participate in accounting projects, such as system implementations, automation initiatives, or process reengineering
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff
• Develop key financial metrics and report them to management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5-6+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of SAP experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting principles
• Experience supporting and owning month-end close activities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, electrical equipment, automation, engineered products, distribution, or other related industries
• Experience working in a global or multi-entity organization
• Knowledge of IFRS reporting requirements
• Experience leading accounting projects, process improvements, or system enhancements
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred
• Experience partnering with operational leaders and explaining financial information to non-financial stakeholders

Skills

Preferred

• Knowledge of IFRS reporting requirements