Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a high-impact Accountant opportunity within CFS, a distinguished Fortune 120 company celebrated for its profound stability, consistent growth trajectory, and a steadfast no-layoff culture that prioritizes employee security. As North America’s largest recycler and an acknowledged sustainability leader, CFS offers a unique platform to contribute to environmentally responsible operations. This role provides significant visibility, enabling the Accountant to work directly with leadership to support vital plant operations and enhance financial performance, directly influencing company success metrics like ROA.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Pay: $69800–$84800 yearly
• Team: Work closely with the Controller and Accounting Manager within a close-knit team environment.
• Mission: Support critical plant operations and financial performance, directly contributing to company success (ROA-driven).
• Tech Stack: ERP systems, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Advanced Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting: Take responsibility for preparing and accurately submitting various financial reports to both division and corporate leadership, ensuring timely and precise communication of financial performance.
• Month-End Close Support: Play a key role in the month-end close process, meticulously preparing journal entries and conducting thorough reconciliations to ensure the integrity of financial statements.
• Process and Control Enhancement: Actively maintain and continuously improve internal controls and accounting processes, contributing to operational efficiency and adherence to best practices.
• Accounts Payable and Vendor Coordination: Provide essential assistance with accounts payable processes, including effective coordination and communication with vendors to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Financial Project Contributions: Contribute meaningfully to a range of financial projects, including key areas like budgeting, inventory management, and various ad hoc financial analyses crucial for strategic decision-making.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, establishing a strong academic foundation in financial principles and practices.
• Experience: Possess 1 to 3 or more years of hands-on accounting experience, demonstrating practical application of accounting knowledge. Prior experience specifically within a manufacturing environment is preferred due to the nature of the operations supported.
• Skills: Exhibit strong proficiency with ERP systems, which are essential for managing financial data and processes. Advanced Excel skills are a critical requirement for complex data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling.
• Bonus: Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a significant advantage, showcasing familiarity with a key system used within the company. A background in manufacturing accounting would also be highly beneficial.