Accountant

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The Opportunity:

JR Automation a Hitachi Group Company is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and were always looking to get stronger across North America Europe and Asia. Join us as an Accountant in Holland MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.

Location Type: This is a hybrid position in Holland MI.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages medical benefits starting your first day and paid parental leave

• Opportunity to work on customized 1-of-1 automation projects

• A collaborative engineering-driven environment

• Career growth and skill development opportunities

• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

• Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies

Role Overview

The Accountant is a highly skilled individual who will own general accounting and corporate tax functions for a competitive automation organization. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership exceptional communication skills and the ability to partner closely with FP&A Finance and Accounting teams to support general accounting functions and corporate tax reporting.

How Youll Make an Impact:

General Accounting Responsibilities

• Intercompany AR/AP monthly reconciliations

• Support the general ledger and trial balance ensuring accuracy completeness and integrity of financial data

• Perform journal entry preparation and posting

• Ensure proper classification and accounting treatment in accordance with IFRS

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules documentation and analysis (JSOX Hitachi and EY auditing)

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting standards

• Review and approve balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve variances

• Coordinate financial close activities across multiple entity leads to meet reporting deadlines

Tax Functions and Reporting Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end reconciliation of all general ledger balance sheet tax accounts.

• Oversee sales and use tax obligations across the North American entities and complete timely filings

• Annual Filings Business tax Registrations and Good Standing

• Avalara maintenance exemption certificate& registration status

• Oversee property tax filings and compliance with local regulations.

• Maintain monthly accruals and yearly returns. (PPT and BPPT)

• Government Tax Reporting; Dept of Labor and Bureau Economic Activity

• Maintain relationship with Hitachi America Limited(HAL) and complete necessary tax support

• Cross Boarder Transaction supporting Finance teams and HAL reporting

• Maintain VAT/GST/HST activities

• Support quarterly annual and ad hoc audits. (Income tax driven DTA DTL R&D items tied to HAL SOW)

Scope & Impact:

• Experience supporting project-based billing or contract-driven revenue environments

• Proven ability to enforce policies while maintaining positive business relationships

• Strong leadership and coaching abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Effective management and organizational skills

• High attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture

• Ability to prioritize meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What Youll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related field

• 6-8 years of progressive accounting and tax experience

• Experience in a large multi-entity organization

• ERP system experience (e.g. SAP Epicor EcoSys or similar)

• Experience partnering closely with tax reporting agencies

• Proficient user of MS Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen physical examination and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation A Hitachi Group Company we discover potential reimagine limits and advance industry. When faced with a problem we find a solution. Together we push whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

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