General Accountant

Markem-Imaje • Keene, NH

9d • $59,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes. Hybrid work mode – required to be in the Keene, NH office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. In this role, you’ll be… part of the Markem-Imaje North America and Mexico Finance Center of Excellence (NAM COE) team, supporting finance and accounting activities in adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, preparing, reviewing and reconciling general accounting functions, including booking journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals and supporting cash application, accounts payable, and collection functions. You’ll have an opportunity to… be part of a global service organization that engages with the Controlling, Commercial, FP&A, and Operational teams of Markem-Imaje, Blue Bite, and Dover Business Services (DBS). Gather, stay up to date, and build an extensive understanding of accounting principles and best practices, industry regulations, develop analytical skills, and the ability to solve problems effectively. You will play a key role in ensuring our financial operations run smoothly while helping us make sound business decisions through financial analysis. The General Accountant will support various aspects of the financial cycle, including, but not limited to, monitoring business metrics to support daily operational decisions, liaising with financial auditors, and working with stakeholders across the business to provide clarity and transparency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or tax
• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience required
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Good knowledge of accounting and financial processes
• Must be a team player, motivated to learn, and a desire to take on a new task
• Verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information
• Interests in identifying issues and proposing solutions to improve processes and practices
• Strong integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding the ethical standards
• Ability to assist in analyzing financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley required
• ERP experience preferred, preferably SAP

Nice To Haves

• Excel formulas and basic pivot tables experience are preferred
• Certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus
• Experience with OneStream is a plus
• Experience in a Matrix Organization is a plus

Responsibilities

• Activities include the general ledger process, entering journal entries, account reconciliations, master data (chart of accounts, cost center, profit center), fixed asset accounting and intercompany accounting
• Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and standard business practices, as they pertain to the general ledger function, including internal control procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
• General accounting functions reporting for cost, inventory, and financial risk
• Assist and support the timely completion of the month end accounting close process
• Prepare financial statements and reports to provide insights into the region's financial performance
• Support accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
• Assist in preparing and submitting income tax documents and ensuring compliance with federal tax regulations
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and other sources
• Assist in the preparation of the month-to-month and prior year variance analysis for Income Statement and Balance Sheet accounts
• Collaborate with the in-house Shared Service Center i.e. DBS, to assist with efficiency and proper functioning of Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, and items related to processing banking and concur transactions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business partners
• Participate in process improvement projects and o ther duties as assigned

Benefits

• Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 64 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition reimbursement at the maximum amount of $5,250 per employee per calendar year, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees