Senior Corporate Accountant

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Fort Wayne, IN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Other • Energy
The Role
Prepare and review journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, and month-end close. Produce management reports and financial analyses, support ERP/system maintenance, assist audits, administer expense reporting, and lead process improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.
The Senior Corporate Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial reporting. This position is responsible for preparing and reviewing journal entries, completing monthly general ledger reconciliations, and performing financial analyses that support informed business decisions.
Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.

MOVE FORWARD WITH US
What you'll be doing:
  • Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Prepare, maintain, and coordinate fixed asset accounting activities.
  • Compile management reports, including monthly operations slides, and prepare analyses to support decision-making.
  • Compile, maintain, load, and analyze financial information.
  • Support the business through ERP knowledge and system maintenance.
  • Assist with technical accounting matters as needed.
  • Participate in the month-end close process and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Assist with administration of the employee expense reporting system.
  • Complete management reports and analyses as needed.
  • Assist with the completion of interim and annual external and internal audits.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives.
Who we want:
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
  • Hard-working winners - Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
  • Dedicated achievers - People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
  • Effective communicators - People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Collaborative partners - People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

Don’t feel like you check all the boxes in the job description? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities. 

Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Skills and Abilities
  • Knows complex accounting principles; solves complex accounting problems.
  • Is detail-oriented with analytic comprehension.
  • Knows fixed asset and accounting considerations
  • Has a high level of integrity and appropriately handles confidential information.
  • Trains and develops staff.
  • Handles multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides numbers (using currency and other forms of measurement).
  • Utilizes common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
  • Deals with problems involving several known variables in situations of routine nature.
  • Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.
  • Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.
  • Completes some moderately repetitive tasks.
  • Uses noncomplex machines and equipment (adding machines, calculators, copy/fax machines, etc.)
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field (required). 
  • Three to five years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or a related field (required).
  • CPA (preferred).
Computer Skills
  • Advanced: Accounting, alphanumeric data entry, payroll systems, spreadsheet, word processing/typing.
  • Intermediate: 10-key.
    • Basic: Database.
Certificates and Licenses
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (preferred)

Why Work at Franklin Electric?
Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world-class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference.
Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana. 

About
Franklin Electric is a global leader in water and energy systems, committed to continuous improvement and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our founders in 1944 named the company after America’s pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, which lives on today in our culture to drive us to push boundaries and create meaningful change. We offer a comprehensive range of pumps, motors, drives, and controls for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and municipal applications.More than just a workplace, Franklin Electric is a vibrant and inclusive community of forward-thinkers, united by our mission to drive positive impact worldwide. Our culture fosters career growth and personal development, with a focus on promoting from within and nurturing talent. Our recent awards in “America's Most Responsible Companies”, “Most Trusted Companies” by Newsweek, “America’s Climate Leaders” and “Indiana’s Best Places to Work” attest, we're dedicated to upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility.At Franklin Electric, we believe that everyone deserves to be treated fairly and respectfully, and that our diversity of thought, culture and experience makes us a stronger company. Our commitment to social responsibility is evident in programs like the Franklin Women's Network and our philanthropic efforts through the Franklin Wells for the World Foundation. Through these endeavors, we've provided clean water to over 284,000 people in 12 countries, addressing the global water crisis head-on,Locally in our communities, the Franklin Electric Charitable and Educational Foundation (FECEF) supports causes close to our hearts, such as United Way, Boys & Girls Club, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond our products and services, shaping a brighter future for both our employees and the communities we serve. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a difference with Franklin Electric.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field
  • Three to five years of relevant accounting or finance experience
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations
  • Fixed asset accounting and related activities
  • Month-end close and financial reporting experience
  • Experience with ERP systems and system maintenance
  • Support for internal and external audits
  • Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel) and accounting/payroll systems
  • Intermediate 10-key proficiency and basic database skills
  • Ability to lead process improvement initiatives and train/develop staff
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The Company
HQ: Fort Wayne, IN
10,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1944

What We Do

Founded in 1944, Franklin Electric has grown from a small motor manufacturing company into a leading global provider of complete water systems and fueling systems. Franklin Electric's principal markets include clean water systems, water transfer and grey water systems, and fueling systems. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Franklin serves all corners of the world with facilities spanning the globe.

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