Houston, TX, United States
Employment Type: Permanent Term
Full-time/part-time position: Full-time
Workplace: On-site

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

As an active team member and participant in the ETO group, this role will be responsible for all financial and cost accounting aspects within the Houston Factory to ensure all company reporting deadlines are met.

RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDE:

Plant Controlling:

• In keeping with vested authority at the organizational level, assume responsibility and be accountable for the financial functions of the Houston Factory.

• According to the directives, policies, regulations, accounting ethics and principles, through motivation, delegation of responsibility and appropriate authority to subordinates, accomplish accounting and related objectives compatible with system controls and schedules.

• Preparation of all financial statements, reports and audits utilized to provide Management with information related to the financial transactions, operational cost, POC, WIP, sales, orders, taxes, depreciation, property and other asset values, etc.

• Analyze month-end and month-to-date financial, job costing and statistical data to understand the drivers for variances (production and overhead) from budget/forecast and develop improvement plans with manufacturing director, plant managers and business controller.

• Working directly with the factory manager in the preparation of the operational POC forecasts.

• Prepare statements of recommendations relative to future financial plans, objectives, policies and goals.

• Preparation of periodic general ledger reconciliations and account analysis accurately and timely.

• Evaluate and implement such approved programs deemed adequate to achieve cost reduction, improve controls and work simplification.

• Establish and maintain internal controls to support the financial infrastructure.

• Be accountable for the selection, promotion, performance and optimum utilization of the Administrative (AR & AP) personnel.

• Supply financial and operational data to support other business areas, including Quality Management, Safety, Payroll/HR, Legal, etc, as requested

Qualifications: Requires a college degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration. Certified Public Accountant or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior cost accounting positions is required. SAP Experience preferred.

Business System Development:

• Business System support, development and improvement of SAP-ETO, CRM.

• Participate as a key team member in all software development, testing of future upgrades and implementation of end user training programs.

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.