Staff Accountant

GEA North America, INC. is seeking a Staff Accountant in Columbia, MD to complete monthly closing and reporting activities, under the direction of the North America Solutions Accounting Leader, including, preparation of analysis to support monthly and quarterly reserves and accruals; Calculation and preparation of general ledger entries; Reconciliation of intercompany activity; Balance sheet account analysis and reconciliations; Assist with tax and statutory entries and reporting; Coordinate with the SharedServices team to facilitate transactional processing, timely billing, and accurate financial records; Coordinate with the Solutions Financial Reporting Leader to ensure data is accurately loaded into GEA’s reporting tools; Research key account variances, providing meaningful explanations and actionable recommendations, where applicable; Complete ad hoc analysis of key business activities and general ledger accounts; Assist with data gathering and analysis for strategic initiatives; Provide operational support to supply chain and production facilities through analysis of inventory accounts, labor, overhead absorption, and other operational activities; Continually improve close and reporting processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and process sustainability; Reduce waste by automating repetitive tasks through the use of available systems and office tools; Establish constructive relationships within the North America Finance Team and with applicable Business Partners; Provide accounting expertise to assist others in understanding financial information; and Continually develop industry and company knowledge as well as project management skills and technical expertise.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (foreign equivalent acceptable), and 36 months of experience in job offered or related field, including three (3) years of progressive responsibility with the following experience: Finance, accounting or audit; Executing complex analysis and reporting; Knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and financial analysis; Experience with the following tools/applications: ERP/Financial Systems & Applications; Microsoft Dynamics or SAP Microsoft Office, including Excel skills required.