Accounting Associate

Job Description

Accounting Associate | Husqvarna Group

The Tone:
This is a role within Husqvarna Construction, a division of the Husqvarna Group, located in Olathe, KS. Husqvarna Group is a global industry leader dedicated to innovation and serving its customers for over 335 years. This Accounting Associate position is a vital part of the Finance team, helping to maintain smooth financial operations and contributing directly to the company’s continued success and growth. It offers an opportunity for an early-career professional or someone with office accounting experience to develop their accounting career within a stable and people-focused organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Olathe, KS

• Team: Part of the Finance team
• Mission: Keep financial operations running smoothly while gaining valuable experience in accounting, reporting, and business operations.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting: Prepare routine journal entries and assist with monthly financial reporting to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform balance sheet reconciliations and diligently resolve any identified discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
• Month-End Activities: Support month-end close activities and execute recurring accounting tasks to contribute to an efficient closing process.
• Invoice Processing: Code invoices accurately and maintain general ledger precision to ensure proper financial record-keeping.
• Data Management: Update accounting records, commission/KPI files, and financial master data to ensure all financial information is current and reliable.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience. Candidates should have an early-career accounting background or office accounting experience.
• Experience: Previous office or administrative experience is required. Candidates must possess a basic understanding of accounting principles and intermediate Excel skills.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities are essential. A collaborative mindset and a commitment to providing outstanding internal and external customer service are also key.
• Bonus: Experience working with an ERP system is a valued qualification.