Finance - Accounting Generalist

Scepter, a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is a leading manufacturer of portable plastic containers for marine, consumer and military applications. Through smart choices and smarter design, the business doubled in size, started winning innovation awards, and earned a full 95% of the global marine fuel tank market. For the military, Scepter developed better packaging for the safe handling and storage of heavy caliber ammunition, converting from metal to plastic as the new standard. Their military fuel can is known by armies the world over as a “Scepter Can.” When Scepter turned its attention to the retail market, the company soon became trusted throughout the world for producing rugged, ergonomic, and easy-to-use fuel containers. Steady growth and expansion ensured Canada operations were strengthened with the purchase of a key facility in the heartland of America.


Accounting Generalist
DEPARTMENT: Accounting/Finance
REPORTING TO: Controller
SUMMARY: Responsible for abroad range of Accounting and Finance systems and functions, driving process improvement. Ensure SOX compliance in all accounting documentation and written processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs three-way match of invoices, vendor purchase orders, and pack lists
• Processes AP invoices
• Processes and files vendor add/change requests
• Processes weekly check/ACH/wire runs
• Reviews accounts payable reports and pack lists to ensure no outstanding items
• Prepare monthly AP accrual
• Process and file annual 1099 forms
• Scan all AP/AR documentation into imaging system
• Designs, prepares, and maintains spreadsheets using appropriate calculations/formulas
• Reconciles transactions, financial data, and other information to an automated accounting system
• Analyzes inventory documentation and prepares monthly reconciliation to general ledger
• Monitors, communicates, and supports other functional areas in inventory costing rates and makes recommendations for changes to rates
• Prepares and reviews inventory costing analysis for accuracy
• Assists in making appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals with the organization
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounts payable/accounts receivable
• Ensures compliance to all established SOX controls and procedures
• Assists in all internal/external audits
• Responsible for compiling documentation and data entry of all new customers/vendors and changes to existing customers/vendors (MDS – Master Data Specialist)
• Collaborates with Controller on general ledger account reconciliation, month end closing, and financial statement preparation
• Monthly balance sheet account analysis resulting in general ledger journal entry
• Responsible for customer invoicing, payment processing, and collections
• Maintains customer deduction database and works closely with sales department, supply chain, and customer to resolve all deductions
• Responsible for quarterly reporting on deductions to management
• Establishes and maintains customer credit limit procedures
• Assist other departments as required
• Assist Controller in other monthly tasks as instructed


QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Accounting Certification, or an equivalent combination required
• 3 to 5 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to always maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of employees and outside contacts (Customer, Other Myer’s Companies, Other Departments, Suppliers).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required.
• Must take initiative to utilize problem solving skills
• Proficient working abilities within Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, and Power Point.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work conditions consistent with a general office environment. Frequent exposure to manufacturing facilities requires the ability to use all necessary safety equipment. Standing and walking are frequent and required. Occasional climbing, crawling, squatting, and lifting of up to 25 pounds is required.


Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.