Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.Company Overview:If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!Function:Act as integral part of Regional Accounting Team and provide accounting support and expertise to Regional Accounting Manager, Finance Business Partner and leadership for multiple sites (locations). Perform transactional and general ledger activities throughout the month, including a heavy emphasis on period end closings.Scope of Responsibility:General accounting and month end activities for Chesapeake, Virginia and Addison, Illinois plants, collaborating with and supporting accounting team members, cross-functional groups on site, and the Business Service CenterPrincipal Accountabilities:
Focus on Process- and Efficiency-improvement, identifying and escalating issues and delays
Ensure accounting and reporting activities are completed timely and in accordance with company policies (US GAAP)
Perform month end closing journal entries
Reconcile assigned key accounts, offering proactive support and service about all the specific and usual requests of the work team
Analyze account balances and activity. Take the appropriate measures to increase the accuracy of the accounting records
Supplemental disclosure reporting
Work closely with BSC (Business Service Center) to ensure accurate transacting and reporting
Support plant- and company-wide initiatives related to shortening the close process, efficiency KPIs, rework, scrap, etc.
Assist with documentation, explanations, and ad hoc reporting related to interim and year end audits
Assist with Inventory accounting including physical cycle counts and other physical counts as needed throughout the year.
Work with the Finance Business Partner organization on reporting needs as requested. Including daily and weekly reports on sales, absorption, collections.
Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Project Management, and Engineering to complete all job responsibilities on a timely basis
Required Skills/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
3-5 years relevant accounting experience at industrial manufacturing companies
Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Intermediate to advanced excel spreadsheet skills required.
Must be a team player, who is committed to company and individual performance targets. Must be a self-starter and willing to ask questions when unsure.
Able to work on cross-functional teams with minimal supervision
Works independently, able to ensure tight corporate reporting deadline adherence. Able to effectively communicate findings and concerns to management.
Experience in technical accounting or review and compliance with company accounting policies
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to apply judgement and operate effectively in a decentralized and dynamic environment
Attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to package and present complex information in an effective and efficient manner
Able to multi-task in high pressure, time-constrained situations
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Experience with a large ERP system (SAP preferred). Familiarity with BPC also a plus
Flowserve offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, medical benefits on day 1, generous paid vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits!Req ID : R-12528Job Family Group : Finance & AccountingJob Family : FA AccountingEOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination ProvisionIf you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers.com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to [email protected]. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process.