Cost Accountant at Applied Industrial Technologies in Hastings, NE

Cost Accountant

Location: Hastings, Nebraska US

Job Summary

As an Accountant, you will analyze financial information and prepare journal entries to record assets, liabilities, profit/loss transactions, and other financial activities for the organization. This is not a remote position; candidates must be willing to work in a hybrid manner.

Responsibilities:

Actively participate in assigned accounting and month-end closing processes under US GAAP

Perform accounting activities as assigned

Prepare month-end journal entries for closing, general ledger account analysis, and balance sheet account reconciliations in Blackline

Collaborate with Site Personnel and BSC regarding fixed asset issues and other accounting activities within your area of responsibility

Assist with the resolution of issues that could impact the timely month-end closing process and communicate promptly with the Accounting Supervisor

Familiarize yourself with and follow all corporate accounting policies within your area of responsibility

Adhere to all SOX procedures

Complete quarterly reports as assigned, including Site Analytics

Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements:

BS or BA degree in a relevant field

Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Experience / Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders

Confident user of MS Office, particularly strong Excel skills

Basic knowledge and experience using ERP systems; SAP knowledge is helpful

Keen to build positive relationships

Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility and ability to drive process improvements as needed