Corporate Accountant in Louisville, Kentucky at ZEON Chemicals Inc

Purpose:

The Corporate Accountant will perform a variety of accounting and reporting functions for Zeon Chemicals L.P., as follows: general ledger accounting related responsibilities, intercompany accounting and reporting functions, and other accounting and general support duties as assigned.

Job Functions/Accountabilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete intercompany accounting functions, including journal entries, accruals, payment settlements, and chargebacks.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations and confirmations on a periodic basis.
• Prepare all calculations and analyses related to foreign currency transactions.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger accounting responsibilities on a timely and accurate basis.
• Prepare and post all assigned journal entries and complete assigned account reconciliations.
• Assist with the annual and interim external audits by completing data requests as assigned.
• Complete quarterly report package to Parent Company and other supporting schedules as requested.
• Complete government report packages or schedules as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all JSOX key financial controls.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvements, ensuring that customers' (both internal and external) needs are met.
• Adhere to the quality system.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business required
• Equivalent experience may be considered

Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in an accounting function is required.
• Experience with intercompany accounting is preferred.
• Experience in preparing financial statements is preferred.
• SAP experience is preferred.

Special Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and written, with internal customers, peers, and management.
• Ability to meet deadlines is critical.
• Problem solving, analytical thinking, and documentation knowledge.
• Understanding of overall accounting rules and theory a must.