Accountant P2
Grovetown, GA - USA
Job Summary
KSB is a leading supplier of pumps valves and related service. Our reliable high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off covering everything from building servicesindustry and water transport to waste water treatment power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal Germany the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe more than 190 service centres and around 3500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection servicing maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSBs research and development activities forms the basis for the companys success.
People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.
At KSB we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.
Accountant P2
KSB GIW Inc.
Department: Finance
Reports to: Assistant Controller Management Accounting
Location: Grovetown GA USA
Shift: First
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant professional with experience in controlling to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills a solid understanding of accounting principles and hands-on experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems to manage financial processes efficiently. This role will support financial decision-making by providing accurate financial insights ensuring compliance improving financial performance and implementing of S4HANA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in preparing and analyzing monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
Performs cost controlling and variance analysis to monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts
Utilizes SAP (FI/CO modules preferred) for financial transactions reporting and data analysis
Monitors cost centers profit centers and project costs to ensure accurate financial tracking
Assists with month-end and year-end closing processes
Supports internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and reports
Ensures compliance with IFRS and GAAP internal policies and regulatory requirements
Supports budgeting forecasting and financial planning activities in collaboration with finance leadership
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and operational efficiency
Supports SAP system improvements reporting enhancements and financial data integrity
Serves as a technical resource to the accounting staff sharing knowledge and guidance without formal supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
Experience (required)
46 years of experience in accounting or financial controlling
Hands-on experience with SAP (FI/CO modules preferred)/or other ERP system
Strong knowledge of financial reporting cost accounting and budgeting
Advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Key competencies include: financial analysis and reporting cost controlling and variance analysis SAP/ERP financial systems expertise budgeting and forecasting process improvement and internal controls cross-functional collaboration
Experience (preferred)
Professional certification such as CPA CMA or ACCA
Experience working in manufacturing and corporate finance
Knowledge of ERP reporting tools or BI tools (Power BI BI etc.)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Primarily desk-type duty
KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.
We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their return we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions flexible working time models individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.
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About Company
KSB is one of the world's leading manufacturers of pumps and valves and also offers a comprehensive range of service activities. The company's products and services are used in process engineering and building services, water and waste water management, and in the energy and mining s ... View more