ACCOUNTANT 1 - 2, GENERAL

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we've been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We're part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You'll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today!

ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for support of General Ledger, specifically for month end /yead end closing, account reconciliations and analysis, and financial reporting.

Essential Functions:

• Account reconciliations ranging from bank reconciliations to customer rebates reconciliations and analysis
• Month-end/year end close activities including journal entries, corporate reporting and rollover of balances
• Inter and intracompany eliminations, reporting and reconciliations
• SAP month end processing including assessments, allocations, and foreign exchange valuation.
• IFRS reporting packages preparation
• Communicate to central finance team on status of monthly closing including the preparation and submission of SEM German GAAP reporting
• Lead posting of freight activity and re-allocation of freight expenses
• Assist other areas of finance with various projects and questions
• Assist with KMPG (interim/final) audit requests
• Special projects as assigned by manager

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and deep understanding of account reconciliations, accounting principles and procedures.

Experience:

• 1-4+ years of experience in general accounting within a manufacturing or public accounting environment.
• SAP or other ERP experience strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel).
• Able to confidently and efficiently correspond to all levels of management.
• Advanced independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Shows commitment to process improvement.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related field required.
• Accounting strongly preferred.

Position Requirements:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What does Bendix have to offer you?

• Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
• Vacation Premium
• Major medical expenses
• Christmas Bonus
• Life insurance
• Educational assistance program
• Saving Fund
• Pantry Vouchers
• Personal Days Paid
• Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
• Cafeteria Bonus