JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for various financial analysis, general ledger accounting, and reporting functions related to Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. manufacturing facilities. Will provide Executive team and Controller insight into financial trends and report on operating performance while assisting in preparation of internal and external monthly financial reports, annual operating plan, and rolling forecasts. This position also plays a key role in assisting in both internal and external audits. This role has high visibility from both the executive team and the operations team
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform month/quarter/year close functions, including maintenance of the general ledger(s) and perform assigned reconciliations.
- Review general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries
- Assist in analyzing and interpreting operating results as they affect the financial position of the Company.
- Assist with internal controls
- Develop, maintain, and support operating budgets and investigate variances to budget and prior month/quarter/year results.
- Assists in coordination, preparation and analysis of the annual plan, strategies and rolling forecasts.
- Participate in the revision and development of new accounting policies and procedures.
- Performs miscellaneous financial analysis/special projects as needed.
- Maintain and monitor project revenue status and shipments.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong analytical skills
- Self-motivated / strong display of initiative
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other office technology
- Knowledge of One Stream and SAP
- Knowledge of complex accounting transactions
- Strong organization and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to interpret and effectively express critical information to a broad range of employees including senior level leadership
- This position requires sensitivity for handling confidential information
- Active listening and problem-solving skills are crucial
- An excellent team player with strong people skills; able to build relationships at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain deadlines
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Education / Experience
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 1-2 years’ experience in the Accounting or Finance
Preferred Education/ Experience
- 1-3 years in Manufacturing environment related financial experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Key Working Relationships
Functional Leaders: Engineering, Human Resources, Sales Operations, Sourcing, Operations
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Working Conditions
Shop-floor and office environment, located on large manufacturing campus
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 1-2 years' experience in Accounting or Finance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word
- Knowledge of One Stream
- Knowledge of SAP
- Knowledge of complex accounting transactions
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (shop-floor environment)
- 1-3 years manufacturing environment related financial experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
What We Do
Prolec has more than fifty years of experience in the creation of comprehensive solutions to meet the needs of power generation, transmission, and distribution. Our internationally recognized collection of transformers and our high-quality solutions, through the collaborative work of our business units and our strategic allies, reveal our sense of innovation, our social responsibility, and our leadership. At Prolec, we are committed to working with our strategic partners in the creation and innovation of comprehensive solutions and products that contribute to the development of a better future with energy.
