Planning Accountant

Manufacturer is looking to fill the role of Planning Accountant/Analyst. Reporting to the Finance Director - Americas, this position performs a wide variety of accounting, reporting, planning, data input and analysis activities.

Key Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Perform planning analyst duties

Collect and input data into Global Financial Plan spreadsheets

Generate and distribute monthly Global reports for the Financial Plan

Resolve areas where problems occur

Review input and reports for completeness, reasonableness, and accuracy

Support the finance department on various projects assigned

Complete Corporate allocation to subsidiaries by sales division, product line and value stream

Maintain security and accuracy of all financial reports

Analyze, explain, and maintain a deep level of understanding for all reports publishedThe ideal person for this position has the following minimal requirements:

Bachelor degree in accounting, finance or a related field required.

Minimum of two (2) years' experience in accounting required.Excellent proficiency in spreadsheet application (Excel) and database application (Access or equivalent). Must be able to build reports and queries using report writing software.Able to interact across wide functional groups.Very detail orientated.Strong analytical skills, high level of accuracy, and a strong accuracy review process are essential.

Must exhibit the company values of respect for people and family, teamwork, continuous improvement and creativity.

1. Bachelor degree in accounting, finance or a related field.

2. 2+ years of experience in accounting.

3. Proficiency in spreadsheet application (Excel) and database application (Ac cess or equivalent).

4. Experience building reports and queries using report writing software.