Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | JBT Marel

The Tone:
This is a full-time Accountant role at JBT Marel, offering a hybrid in-office policy once normal work schedules resume. The position emphasizes a great work/life balance and requires no travel. JBT Marel operates with a commitment to robust financial processes and accurate reporting. This Accountant role is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and compliance, supporting core accounting functions, and contributing to the continuous improvement of financial operations within the company.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid

• Team: Reports to Corporate Accounting Manager, works closely with Senior Accountant
• Mission: Ensure accurate financial records and support core accounting operations through precise execution and compliance, aiding in the protection of company assets.
• Tech Stack: Syteline ERP, HFM/OneStream Consolidation, Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Close Process Management: Support the efficient and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• General Ledger Operations: Prepare, meticulously code, and record journal entries in the General Ledger, including processing allocations and reclassification entries.
• Account Reconciliation & Analysis: Conduct thorough account reconciliation activities, review the trial balance, and analyze all general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Internal Controls & Audit Support: Monitor and execute internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and provide essential audit support for general accounting functions.
• Process Improvement & Expense Review: Participate in and support various process improvement initiatives while assisting in the review of department expenses to enhance standardization.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance, establishing a solid accounting foundation.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience with a strong accounting background, including practical experience with accounting and financial systems such as Syteline ERP and HFM/OneStream Consolidation.
• Skills: Thorough knowledge of basic accounting principles and internal controls, proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
• Bonus: Desired qualifications include a CPA certification or an advanced degree. Candidates should also be proactive self-starters who seek continuous improvement opportunities and are willing to quickly learn new areas.