Staff Accountant

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the AR collections process, including monitoring outstanding accounts receivables, submitting weekly reports of customer account status to management and processing credit application.
• Prepare journal entries during monthly close as well as analyze cost center line item detail for accuracy and reasonableness;
• Prepare and review monthly Balance Sheet account analysis and reconciliation;
• Maintenance of fixed asset inventory database;
• Assist with year-end close, and participate in the YE internal inventory audit;
• Filing of multi-state sales tax and sales tax audit (as requested);
• Verification of time and attendance for biweekly payroll;
• Provide additional support to the Accounting/Finance team as needed.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, 1-2 years of related Accounting experience.

Skills

• Proficient with networked PC based computer systems including MS Office, Excel spreadsheets, Mail, payroll, accounting software and other ERP systems.
• A self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and short deadlines
• Ability to excel in cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times, handling sensitive information in a confidential manner.

Working Conditions

Full time in normal office working conditions;

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting.

Physical Requirements

Some light lifting of boxed files may be required.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at II-VI:

I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

II-VI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.II-VI is a global leader in engineered materials and optoelectronic components and is a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. II-VI provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: This job requires that an individual come into contact with raw materials, products, equipment / machines, software or technology controlled by the Export Administration Regulations or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. The job must be filled by a U.S. Person, or a person for whom a valid export control license, or exception, has been obtained or is not required form the U.S. Government. The General Accountant will handle a wide variety of tasks within the Accounting function that will include monthly close processes, account reconciliations, and AR collections. This position will also be responsible for, but not limited to, filing of sales tax (and audits), maintenance of fixed asset database and assisting with year-end inventory audit.