Accounting Manager - Etters Pennsylvania

Company: Amphenol Communication Solutions
Location: Etters, Pennsylvania
Posted On: 04/18/2024

Summary

This role is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting. This
position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting
principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial
statements. The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the team to
ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate
manner. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting
activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end
audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The
Accounting Manager will have contact with all levels of the organization
requiring strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and
general ledger structure.
Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
Supports budget and forecast activities.
Collaborates with the Controller to support overall department goals and
objectives.
Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures
and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.
Responds to inquiries from the Controller, and other finance and company
managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like.
Work with the Controller to ensure timely audits.
Supervise the accounting group to ensure all financial reporting deadlines
are met.
Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to
enhance workflow.
Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out any supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policy
and applicable laws including interviewing, hiring, and training employees;
planning, assigning, and directing work; setting/monitoring goals, appraising
performance; enhance the professional development of staff; rewarding and
disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
competencies :

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers
and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well
in group problem solving situations.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative
situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions;
Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical
data effectively.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates
others to perform well.

Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays
orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost
saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational
resources.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds
organizational values.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time
efficiently; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit
the situation.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work
responsibilities are covered when absent.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with
resourcefulness; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others'
attention.

Global System Competencies

The employee may be required to work with other management and staff from other
countries. Must be sensitive to other cultures and interact with people
appropriately.

Decision Making/Accountability

This position must make decisions when it comes to various accounting
principles. The selected candidate is expected to decide independently and/or
in cooperation with the Controller among various alternative courses of action
with accountability for their decision.

Education and Experience

BA/BS in Accounting required.

5+ current supervisory experience in the financial reporting/general ledger
area. Manufacturing background necessary.

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) or other large, automated accounting system
is a must.

High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required.

Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.

Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer":
Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or National
Origin
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