Description
JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant
REGION: U.S.
DEPARTMENT: Accounting
LOCATION: Easton PA (Corporate Headquarters)
REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager
DATE ISSUED: April 28 2025
ISSUED BY: Nathan Schneider Accounting Manager
About Victaulic
Since our first patent in 1919 Victaulic has been the originator and worlds leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. Used in the most demanding markets Victaulics innovative piping technologies and services put people to work faster while increasing safety ensuring reliability and maximizing efficiency. The company has 15 manufacturing facilities 7 foundries and 30 branches worldwide with 5500 employees and 700 sales representatives who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 4000 global patents to date Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas chemical mining power generation water and wastewater treatment military and marine as well as commercial building and fire protection.
Position Description
We are a dynamic and fastpaced organization committed to excellence and continuous improvement. The Staff Accountant plays a crucial role within our U.S. accounting team ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our financial reporting. Reporting to the Accounting Manager the Staff Accountant will lead monthend close activities conduct detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and perform thorough account analysis. This position demands a deep understanding of GAAP a proactive mindset for process improvements and the ability to handle complex projects and interactions with senior management including the CFO.
As a key member of the finance team you will work closely with various departments to enhance financial processes and support strategic financial initiatives. Your ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and effectively will be essential in fostering strong relationships across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting / MonthEnd Close (60%)
- Monthly accounting/financial tasks including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Focuses on Fixed Assets and Accounting procedure.
- Communicate complex financial topics to internal and external stakeholders (e.g. actuaries consultants auditors).
- Assess document and recommend improvements for accounting processes and automation.
- Conduct account analysis to enhance the accuracy of financial statement reporting.
External / Internal Audit Coordination (15%)
- Work with auditors preparing required documentation and ensuring timely responses to audit inquiries.
- Independently handle followup requests and questions from auditors.
- Provide regular updates on audit status and issues.
Technology Initiatives (15%)
- Serve as a subject matter expert for finance technology transitions as required.
- Support technology integration projects within the accounting department.
Other Responsibilities (10%)
- Collaborate with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) on financial requests.
- Participate in special projects such as company acquisitions and strategic financial initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in accounting.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP.
- 13 years of relevant experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with medium to large entities (public or private).
Valued Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of OneStream XF software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with Business Intelligence tools (e.g. QlikView Qlik Sense).
- Strong organizational skills attention to detail critical thinking and problemsolving abilities.
- Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proven time management skills with the ability to work independently handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Required Experience:
Staff IC