Senior Staff Accountant

Description

Senior Staff Accountant

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network.

OVERVIEW:

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing daily financial transactions, preparing and posting journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and conducting detailed financial analyses in compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and established accounting policies. This role requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to partner effectively with colleagues across multiple departments to support accurate and timely financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Collaborate with the Accounting team on month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling intercompany transactions, and assisting with financial statement preparation in accordance with US GAAP.

· Perform analytical reviews of general ledger accounts to identify variances, trends, and anomalies.

· Streamline and improve financial reporting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

· Assist in providing information for forecasting, budgeting, tax filings, and other ad hoc financial data requests.

· Oversee the expense management system to ensure compliance with financial policies and budgets, reviewing expense reports and verifying supporting documentation.

· Lead key projects and serve as a mentor to team members.

· Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (equivalent degrees considered).

· Minimum of 2 years of recent accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Proven experience in customer billing, accounts receivable (A/R), and revenue recognition, including cross-platform work and discrepancy resolution.

· Proficiency in GAAP, with strong understanding of revenue, expense, and intercompany accounting principles.

· Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and a strong commitment to accuracy and timeliness.

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities.

Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN (Onsite)   Position: Senior Staff Accountant

Job Type:     Full Time                               FLSA:    Exempt

Department:   Finance                             Work Schedule:     M-F

Starting Wage: $70-90K

This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 8% of base earnings.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.