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Airgas is Hiring for a Accounting Manager (REMOTE)!

At Airgas we RESPECT HONOR and VALUE diversity. We are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.

We are looking for you!

• Strong passion for fostering an environment of Diversity Inclusion and Respect.

• Experience with developing contributing and supporting Airgas commitment to a World Class Service exceeding customer expectations and building brand loyalty.

• Hybrid Opportunity

• Must Have Bachelors Degree Preferably in Accounting!

Excellent Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package that includes: Medical Dental Vision Life AD&D Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Vacation Sick Paid Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Tuition Assistance and much more! Benefits Start after 30 days of employment!

Recruiter: Natasha Walker / / 409.926.8296

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy & integrity of the Division/Region financial statements and other information reported to internal and external users. Direct responsibility will include:

  • General Accounting / Accruals as noted below

  • Inventory / Stock (Mass Balance)

  • Product Costing

  • Business Insurance Renewal

  • Oversee fixed asset management such as CIP and physical asset counts

• Manage accurate financial and statistical close processes in conjunction with ALABS including general ledger account reconciliations and other analyses within established timelines. Direct responsibility will include:

  • Significant sales accruals that are not based on a standard report/calculation.

  • Significant COS & OPEX accruals that are not based on a standard report/calculation.

  • Localized accounting topics including but not limited to real estate taxes and personal property taxes.

  • Ad-hoc entries arising from the month end close review process

  • Provide input and support to Airgas Financial Reporting on unusual items as well as Line 5 (share plans asset disposals settlements) and Line 9 (restructuring etc.) topics.

• Review balance sheet reconciliations performed by ALABS for the respective business unit.

• Participate in the due diligence process and coordination of acquisition integration processes as required.

• Proactively and/or as requested develop and direct the preparation and communication of ad hoc accounting reports and analysis.

• Ensure clear and timely communication of and compliance with company financial policies and procedures. Engage appropriate management to assist in remediating problems and implementing corrective actions.

• Lead ongoing enhancements to accounting and reporting processes by leveraging systems and reporting tools to drive those enhancements.

• Conduct technical accounting research providing appropriate guidance to local accounting team and regional finance leads.

• Continuously identify and develop people process and system improvements to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the department in serving the Sales organization and the end customer. Establish appropriate metrics to measure and monitor performance.

Are you a MATCH

Required Qualification:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or related field.

• Minimum five years supervisor level accounting and financial reporting experience in positions of increasing responsibility.

• Management experience with solid leadership qualities including team management and people development skills.

• Skilled project management staff mentoring and employee development skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA and/or MBA in Finance/Accounting strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge and experience with large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems SAP strongly preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Proven track record of success in prior senior accounting and supervisor roles.

• Strong technical accounting experience knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Strong customer service mindset and demonstrate leadership skills required to drive continuous process improvement.

• Skilled at organizational team-building and people skills. The ability to work and navigate within a complex matrixed organization.

• Ability to understand the impact of new technologies and implement appropriate solutions including experience integrating new technologies into daily operations.

• Working Manager leadership style is expected to engage in the details of managing the operation while providing guidance to staff.

• Strong affinity for a follow-up/follow-through management style and proactive communicator keeping his peers staff and other leaders updated on any changes that impact the department or company.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities for the BSC Division and other Corporate initiatives.

• Proficient in Google suite applications and Microsoft Excel as well as a demonstrated ability to utilize financial applications within SAP.

Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision plans vacation sick time floating holidays and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds tuition reimbursement discounted college tuition for employees dependents and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees our customers patients community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants regardless of their race gender sexual orientation religion disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas an Air Liquide company is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial medical and specialty gases as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18000 associates Airgas fosters a culture of safety customer success sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide a world leader in gases technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66500 employees Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team you play an important role in the success of your team making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and turn youll find a welcoming workplace where youre valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact us by email at

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