Accountant

Job Description

About our company:

The Raymond Corporation is a member of the Toyota Industries Family of Companies. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, innovation and growth. Our associates are the foundation of our continued success. If you're innovative and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

About the position:

Our Operations Finance Team in Greene, NY is looking for a professional, motivated, team-oriented individual to join our team as an Accountant. This is an entry-level role, which can also provide opportunities for growth and career advancement.

In this position, you will play an integral role in the success of the Operations Finance Department, while identifying opportunities to improve processes. You will provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data, preparing standard and non-standard journal entries for income and balance sheet statements, and compiling various reports. You will work collaboratively with multiple functional areas to solve problems and achieve organizational goals.

You will:

• Assume primary responsibility for daily invoicing functions, including reconciling revenue and cost of sales accounts, investigating and resolving GL account discrepancies, issuing and distributing miscellaneous invoices.
• Aid in completion of month-end closing activities, including preparation and entry of standard and non-standard journal entries with appropriate supporting material, research of unusual entries or general ledger balances, and preparation of various reports and commentary to be distributed to management within deadlines.
• Collaborate with multiple functional areas to solve problems and create efficiencies within the organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness. Maintain and improve standard work instructions for processes and reports.
• Maintain internal controls and data integrity following GAAP for financial activities related to inventories and other Accounting functions.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and provide various reports for the Controller and Corporate Finance.

About the schedule:

This is a first shift position, with some flexibility in hours. We end our day no earlier than 4 p.m. This is an in-office role. Upon successful completion of training, you may have the option of a hybrid remote schedule.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in business and accounting required.
• General knowledge of various accounting standards and guidelines preferred which may include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (US GAAP), Sarbanes Oxley (SOx), International Accounting Standards (IAS), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A high level of accuracy with strong attention to detail is critical to success in this role.
• A bias for action with the ability to execute plans and meet deadlines.

It would be great if you had:

• Strong Excel skills
• Experience using SAP
• Familiarity with a manufacturing environment

Salary: $60,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on qualifications of selected candidate.

Benefits - We recognize the value of a comprehensive benefits program for our employees and work tirelessly to make sure our package meets the needs of our employees and their families. Eligible employees can elect and participate in a variety of benefits including:

• Vacation available on day 1
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical and Rx Plan options
• Dental and Vision Plan options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Life Insurance and AD D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Protection
• Comprehensive 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit Sharing Plan based on annual profitability
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Aid Program