Job Description
Senior Corporate Accountant
Department: Finance / Accounting / Audit
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne
Reporting To: Austin Parrish
Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.
The Senior Corporate Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial reporting. This position is responsible for preparing and reviewing journal entries, completing monthly general ledger reconciliations, and performing financial analyses that support informed business decisions.
Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.
MOVE FORWARD WITH US
What you'll be doing:
- Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
- Prepare, maintain, and coordinate fixed asset accounting activities.
- Compile management reports, including monthly operations slides, and prepare analyses to support decision-making.
- Compile, maintain, load, and analyze financial information.
- Support the business through ERP knowledge and system maintenance.
- Assist with technical accounting matters as needed.
- Participate in the month-end close process and general ledger reconciliations.
- Assist with administration of the employee expense reporting system.
- Complete management reports and analyses as needed.
- Assist with the completion of interim and annual external and internal audits.
- Lead process improvement initiatives.
Who we want:
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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Hard-working winners - Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
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Dedicated achievers - People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
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Effective communicators - People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
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Collaborative partners - People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
What you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field (required).
- Three to five years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or a related field (required).
- CPA (preferred).
Don’t feel like you check all the boxes in the job description? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.
Why Work at Franklin Electric?
Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world-class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference.
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