Corporate Accountant

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• Corporate Accountant
• Location(s): Toledo, OH, US, 43659-0001
• Function: Finance and Accounting
• Audience: Experienced Professional
• Work Arrangement: On Site
• Requisition ID: 70696

Purpose of the Job

The Accountant I (Corporate Accounting Analyst) plays a key role in supporting the company’s corporate accounting function by ensuring accurate financial reporting, a timely and effective financial close process, and compliance with accounting and internal control requirements. This role serves as the accounting expert for payroll and plays a key role in identifying and implementing process improvements surrounding payroll.

The role also acts as a business partner with various stakeholders, prepares and reviews journal entries, performs account reconciliations, analyzes financial results and variances, and helps maintain a strong control environment.

Job Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for Corporate accounting areas.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the general ledger and financial reporting structure.

Payroll Analysis & Support

• Perform financial analyses and investigate account variances.
• Support and respond to ad hoc inquiries from business partners and stakeholders.
• Key point of contact for payroll accounting, and establishing sustainable payroll processes.
• Prepare and post payroll for Doors business on monthly basis.
• Monitor payroll accounts to ensure timely clearing and maintenance of accounts.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Support and maintain a strong internal control environment.
• Assist with SOX compliance and monitor key financial controls.
• Identify, assess, and escalate significant risks or control issues as appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies and accounting standards.

Process Improvement & Problem Solving

• Continuously improve accounting processes for greater efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy.
• Identify root causes of issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Promote best practices and leverage AI tools to enhance processes.
• Demonstrate independent thinking and initiative in solving complex accounting challenges.

Stakeholder Partnership & Accounting Guidance

• Partner with HR, Payroll IT, Business Accounting, and other corporate functions.
• Coordinate with third-party payroll vendors such as Strada and Kronos to gather and validate data.
• Collaborate with external auditors and internal control teams.

Safety & Professional Leadership

• Support and promote the company's safety culture and policies.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and high-quality execution.
• Contribute to organizational success through leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Knowledge and Abilities: Strong financial, accounting, and business acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and implement process improvements.
• Knowledge of payroll accounting and efficient and sustainable payroll processes.
• Experience using SAP, BPC, Excel, and other reporting tools (preferred).
• Personal Characteristics: Strong communication skills – both interpersonal and written.
• Ability to work and act independently.
• Well organized and ability to adapt and prioritize competing priorities.

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