Accountant I (32543)

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs complex accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation, and analysis activities related to product costing, service accounting, and general ledger operations. This position also serves as a key Finance partner in the implementation, stabilization, and ongoing optimization of the SAP ERP system, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure business processes, accounting requirements, and financial controls are effectively designed, implemented, and maintained to support long-term business operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Principal accountabilities:

• Perform accounting tasks related to the Service Division’s financial operations, including reviewing and reconciling service sales and material costs, warranty receivables, preparing and posting journal entries, analyzing service contracts, and preparing income statements in accordance with GAAP. (Essential)
• Prepare monthly commission journal entries and commission payments for payroll submission. (Essential)
• Prepare financial reports included in the monthly financial package, including gross margin and bookings, billings, and backlog reports. (Essential)
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for the monthly general ledger close. (Essential)
• Serve as a key Finance partner in the implementation, stabilization, and ongoing optimization of SAP ERP by collaborating with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and other functional areas to review business processes, identify accounting impacts, establish appropriate financial controls, and ensure transactions are properly configured and supported. (Essential)
• Support ERP conversion, system testing, data validation, process documentation, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes and system functionality. (Essential)
• Maintain and strengthen accounting processes and financial controls within SAP and other financial systems to support accurate financial reporting, operational efficiency, and scalable business operations. (Essential)
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate accounting processes, reporting, reconciliations, and financial workflows through SAP and other available technologies. (Essential)
• Prepare sales tax returns for all applicable states. (Essential)
• Prepare government reports and surveys related to ETI operations. (Essential)
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable invoicing, cash receipts, collection calls, customer credit checks, accounts payable invoice processing and payments, and bank reconciliations. (Essential)
• Review new part master records and provide accounting approval. (Essential)
• Review and approve third-party shipments and invoices, including Pure Air, Airgard, and rebuild vendors. (Essential)
• Assist in developing, documenting, implementing, and maintaining Finance policies, procedures, and internal controls. (Essential)
• Monitor financial systems and business processes to ensure effective internal controls and recommend improvements as business and system requirements evolve. (Essential)
• Travel to EBARA locations as needed to evaluate financial controls, support Finance operations, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives. (Essential)
• Perform additional monthly account reconciliations and financial analysis as assigned. (Essential)
• Comply with EBARA safety policies, including participation in and completion of all required safety training. (Essential)
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with EBARA safety policies. (Essential)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (Non-Essential)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Ability to perform the identified essential functions of the classification, including the operation of any machinery and/or equipment associated with performing the essential functions.
• Ability to perform effectively in a cross-cultural, demanding, and dynamic environment.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property.
• Ability to adhere to EBARA personnel policies and practices, including attendance and punctuality requirements.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines, maintain strong attention to detail, and demonstrate cooperative and professional behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

EDUCATION

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) to six (6) + years of financial accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and internal financial statement preparation, preferably within a multi-company or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting SAP implementation, ERP conversion, system integration, stabilization, or ongoing ERP process improvement initiatives is preferred.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and other business functions to evaluate accounting impacts, business processes, and financial controls.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing accounting process improvements.
• Strong internal and external customer relationship skills.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of SAP ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems, including financial processes, transaction workflows, and general ledger integration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, cost accounting, and service accounting principles.
• Ability to analyze cross-functional business processes, identify accounting and financial control requirements, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated teamwork and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.