Senior Accountant

Socomec Group (Socomec) is a global leader in electrical equipment engineering and manufacturing, specialized in low voltage energy performance.
Socomec North America (NAM) is Socomec’s organization overseeing all operations in North America.

About This Role

The Senior Accountant is a key member of the North American finance organization and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of accounting operations across multiple locations. This role supports monthly and annual close processes, inventory accounting, cost accounting, intercompany accounting, financial reporting, process improvements, and compliance activities. 

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Oversee the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities.
• Perform financial analysis and provide ad hoc reporting.
• Manage consolidation into corporate reporting tools.
• Monitor balance sheet accounts, intercompany transactions, and in-transit accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset and capital expenditure records.
• Support cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing accounting activities.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Calculate inventory reserves and stock variations.
• Conduct inventory reconciliations and audits. 

Process Improvement & Automation

• Evaluate and improve accounting processes.
• Support ERP enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Partner with internal teams and consultants on finance technology implementations.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts and process standardization.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews. 

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, IFRS, and audit requirements.
• Maintain and improve internal controls.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close requirements. 

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, tax professionals, and business stakeholders.
• Respond to accounting and financial inquiries.
• Provide financial support to leadership teams. 

Essential Qualifications, Experience, And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5-10 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 

Preferred

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with IFRS or European GAAP.
• Experience with Syspro or Infor LN ERP systems.
• Experience working within complex multinational organizations. 

Additional Requirements

• Hybrid work environment with a minimum of three days per week in the office.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one prior to employment. 

Compensation range: $105,000 – $110,000

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Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

All applications are reviewed directly by the Socomec North America Talent Acquisition team and other human reviewers. No automated or AI‑based systems are used to make decisions in the application review process.

We thank all those who apply. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.