Chief Accountant in Sarasota, Florida at Safran Electrical & Power

Safran Electrical & Power
Chief Accountant

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Finance and management
Location: Sarasota , Florida , United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time
Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience: More than 5 years
Professional Status: Professional, Engineer & Manager
Salary: NC

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Job Description

• Serve as Accounting Key User by identifying and resolving complex financial issues.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to headquarters in our dedicated consolidated reporting system (including Sales, P&L, Intra-division Reconciliation, Balance Sheet, Annexes, Shareholders, and IFRS18 reporting), as well as to local management.
• Oversee and perform all balance sheet account reconciliations in compliance with both US GAAP and IFRS; organize monthly review meetings with management.
• Act as primary liaison to the Shared Service Center (SSC) to support and resolve ERP issues related to accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), goods received, payment, and vendor reconciliations.
• Record payroll and benefits entries; perform related monthly reconciliations.
• Provide financial guidance and recommendations to management, customers, and employees.
• Act as the focal point for external and internal financial audits; implement action plans as required to achieve and maintain compliance with group and regulatory standards.
• Assist with tax template preparation and analysis for Safran US on a quarterly or annual basis; review and analyze monthly sales tax compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, organizational policies, and professional accounting standards.
• Perform month-end closing activities, review, and approve all postings in a timely and controlled manner.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team (2HC); enhance team knowledge, capability, and accountability.
• Conduct quarterly capital expenditures (CAPEX) reviews with senior leadership to track project progress against budget and status of "assets under construction."
• Prepare, calculate, and review actual cash and estimated monthly forecasts.
• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of health, safety, and environmental program and culture

Job Requirements

Note for level:
-Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
-Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
-Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.

Education and/or Experience
• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of experience in accounting. Prefers 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge/Skills
• Ability to work with other team members to achieve desired results - Expert
• Requires proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Power BI) - Expert
• Must possess the ability to run and analyze Accounting reports and data Expert
• Knowledge of ERP system required (SAP preferred) - Advanced
• Organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines - Expert
• Ability to coordinate and direct work activities across finance functions - Advanced
Work status
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied
contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security
based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or
otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may
vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable
accommodation on a case-by-case basis

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.