Sr. Accountant at Ajinomoto Cambrooke in Ayer, MA

 

Eat Well, Live Well.   At Ajinomoto Cambrooke, we build careers grounded in helping improve people’s health through nutritional therapies.  

 

Ajinomoto Cambrooke (ACI) was founded by parents looking to develop better solutions for their children with PKU.   Over the subsequent 25 years, we have expanded into additional therapeutic areas with a focus on enjoyable nutrition as a core part of normalizing the life for people living with medical conditions. 

 

Joining ACI means becoming part of a diverse team of talented people who want to build their careers while contributing back to society in a positive way.   We seek individuals who bring an entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and finding solutions.   We provide an environment based in mutual respect and collaboration to support you and give you opportunities to learn and develop.

 

Join us to find a rewarding work experience that lets you be at your best and have an impact on our patient communities.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

 

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, assisting with the budgeting process, and assisting with various aspects of cost accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree; Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
• 3 to 8 years’ experience in general accounting and/or cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to work independently as well as take direction from corporate advisors.
• Self-starter that takes initiative within scope of work responsibilities.
• Ability to prioritize work, anticipate department needs, plan accordingly for needs, multi-task and adapt to change.
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across department lines exercising professionalism and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Suite.
• Exposure to costing in MRP/ERP required. Experience with JD Edwards helpful.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical office environment working inside a controlled temperature environment. Occasional work required outside.This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, BPRs, and support the compliance of applicable ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day
• Repetitive use of fingers/hands/arms for computer work, and operation of other office equipment.
• Minimal lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk on concrete floors occasionally to complete tasks in a production/warehouse environment.

 

• Manage sales & use tax compliance by preparing various sales tax reports and filings.
• Manage weekly cash balance & disbursement reporting.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with fixed asset management and periodic review of fixed asset inventory and depreciation schedules and create, manage and close capital projects.
• Maintain appropriate general ledger entries for accruals and prepaids as well as appropriate balances for allowances and reserves.
• Maintain the general ledger account analysis and reconciliations to ensure the account balances are accurate, reasonable and have adequate support.
• Manage appropriate month end closing processes and assist with analysis of monthly reporting packages.
• In collaboration with the VP of Finance, prepare and issue monthly budget versus actual reports to department managers.
• Assist with submission of reporting packages to AHN and AJICO/DIVA.
• Assist VP of Finance with external auditors during semi-annual and annual audits.
• Interface, report and receive guidance from corporate members in Chicago and Tokyo.
• Assist external auditors during semi-annual and annual audits and internal auditors according to internal audit schedule. -
• In collaboration with other accounting personnel, review and recommend modifications to the accounting systems and procedures and train end users on the new or modified work procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

$78,733.00-$100,000.00 Annually plus 12.5% Potential Bonus

Ajinomoto Cambrooke, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.