Accounting Manager

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Job description

Company Overview:
Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview:
Nikkiso Cosmodyne seeks an Accounting Manager to join our Cryogenic Process Systems finance team. Reporting directly to the Process Systems Controller, the Accounting Manager will be an integral part of the finance team and provide a wide range of experience in accounting, AR, AP, General ledger, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategically minded Accounting Manager to join our finance team. The Accounting Manager's responsibilities include performing the various month-end close tasks, analysis of general ledger expense transactions, oversight of all AR and AP transactions, and conducting general accounting functions for Cryogenic Process Systems (primarily for Cosmodyne, Inc. legal entity located in Seal Beach, CA). As Accounting Manager, you will also be responsible for providing the Controller and internal management with timely and accurate financial reports and cost research/analysis, and timely and accurate AP and AR transaction processing. General working knowledge of general accounting principles (GAAP) is required for a successful candidate in this position.

To be successful as Accounting Manager, you should be able to perform a variety of accounting activities including month-end closing tasks, balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting and AR and AP transactional support/oversight in a manufacturing environment. You should also have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills and be able to present financial information and reports in a concise and easily comprehensible manner.

The Accounting Manager will also assist with financial planning and budgeting processes, analyzing financial statements and reports, developing basic financial models, preparing projections, and performing research and analysis as may be required by the Controller.

The Accounting Manager will also have management oversight of all AR and AP functions. Previous management experience in these areas is therefore required to be successful in this position (position may supervise 1-2 people).

Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:

Conduct month-end close tasks, general accounting functions, balance sheet reconciliations and expense trend analysis.

Assist and work closely with Controller and management team in the timely production of monthly financial statements and analysis schedules for internal reporting.

Coordinate and assist with all assigned monthly close tasks.

Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.

Oversight of all AR and AP transactions (position could include input of these transactions).

Assist Controller in detailed review and/or completion of the monthly Percentage of Completion accounting schedule (applicable for all Process locations).

Assist in the identification of contracts for proper revenue recognition (ASC 606).

Assist in the preparation of annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting.

Compile and provide schedules to be used by internal and external auditors in their quarterly reviews and year-end audits.

Utilize computer applications to compile, retrieve and summarize accounting information for analysis and reporting purposes.

Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external customers.

Demonstrate a strong understanding of key business drivers.

Providing operating managers and accounting staff with financial guidance and management oversight.

Performing research and analysis as required.

Ensuring compliance with financial guidelines, company policies and Sox internal control requirements.

Serve as a resource to other departments as needed

Assist with monthly financial reporting required by Corporate, Nikkiso and other reporting requests.

Document processes and procedures

Tracking KPIs and preparing various financial reports and analysis as requested

Contract review

Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

Familiarity with the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to conduct research and analysis

Intermediate Excel competency (at a minimum) is required, Advanced Excel preferred

Ability to present financial information to a non-financial audience

Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills

Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Previous experience in managing, leading and training accounting staff

Has the ability to handle multiple high priority projects with accuracy and meet required deadlines

Good transactional and strong process knowledge of AR (cash Receipts, Invoicing) and AP (cash Disbursements) accounting cycles.

Delivers quality results in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Goal oriented, high-energy self-starter

Ability to make involved and varied arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately

Able to tabulate financial data and compile necessary reports

Able to work with all departments with professionalism; will work with colleagues at all levels from bookkeepers to operational management to executives

Must be able to work independently

Work Environmental and Physical Demands:

Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but could occasionally require travel to a sister site (generally in the Southern CA area).

A valid driver's license is required for travel between facility locations as required.

Experience and Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field is required

Knowledge of GAAP required, including ASC 606 preferred (new revenue recognition standard).

8-10 years business experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred, with full cycle accounting

Previous management experience required, including at least 3-5 years previous Accounting Manager experience.

Experience and understanding of Percentage of Completion accounting and related procedures (in accordance with ASC 606) strongly preferred.

Month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations and expenses trend experience required

Exposure to various ERP systems is preferred; implementation experience is a definite plus

Experience with SOX internal control compliance preferred

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills is required

Skilled at completing and recording complex financial transactions. Able to aid in developing information for financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations

Self-motivated, hands-on and ability to learn and grow as a business professional

Highly skilled and proficient in Microsoft Excel with other Microsoft Office applications

Produces clear, understandable documentation

High level of organization and ability to manage deadlines and demonstrated ability to consistently manage competing priorities

Strong attention to detail

Strong commitment to providing excellence in client service and a demonstrated ability to produce high quality results

Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills required

High level of ethics & integrity

Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Cryogenics Industries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

EEOC Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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