General Ledger Accountant - Ahumada, México - Sterling Kohler

Descripción

Has overall responsibility for the Cost/Finance Accounting matters related to Sanimex Vitreous Operation. Serve as the financial advisor to the business head and all key managers of the business. Execute the role in alignment with Kohler Co. policies, procedures and matrixed organization structure.

Must maintain the highest level of integrity and candor to all key management levels of the business and Kohler Co.

As an overall statement, the goal of this position is to provide meaningful and timely information that is used to not only run but improve the business segment.

This involves more than just plant expenses; it entails responsibility for the manufacturing cost for the business segment.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 1.Advise the management of the Sanimex Vitreous Plant from a financial perspective. Interpret and communicate in a straightforward manner. Analyze and quantify business activities and decisions in financial terms using Kohler Co. methodologies. Train and leverage support staff in these roles.

2.Knowledgeable of Kohler standard policies and procedures, ensuring all plant functions are aware of and operate to those standards.

3.Responsible for keeping the financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP, tax, legal and Kohler Co. requirements. These requirements are to be consistently applied from period to period. Maintain the business's Chart of Accounts in a manner compatible with Kohler Co. requirements. Maintain a timely documented balance sheet reconciliation process.

4.Responsible for coordinating the annual budgeting, standard cost maintenance and capital planning processes for the business and owner of the end product.

Responsible for the monthly financial projection submission. Key player in the strategic planning and other business planning processes.
5.Responsible for the financial information reporting for the business including coordinating of the monthly accounting close. This reporting is to be in accordance with Kohler reporting formats and design attributes. The financial information is to be made available to the business and Kohler Co. management on a timely basis. Responsible for maintaining consistent presentation of information and comparative data.
6.Monitor and report monthly variances, spending, production, shipments, inventories, performance measures, etc. as required by Plant Management and Divisional Accounting and Operations functions. Analyze and report financial and operational performance to standards.
7.Work closely with materials associates at the plant to assure inventory control and turn rate objectives are met. Develop inventory control procedures as required, including the plant physical inventory and cycle counting.
8.Responsible for the development of the supporting staff. This role includes providing knowledge transfer, coaching, constructive feedback and candid appraisal. Likewise, dealing with incompatible associates on a timely basis is also expected.
9.Responsible for maintaining and enhancing the system of internal controls for the business. Use feedback from internal and external auditors to identify internal control weaknesses. Maintain a perpetual inventory process for fixed assets.
10.Overall responsibility for enforcing the product costing methodologies for the business including standard cost processes where appropriate. The primary focus of these methodologies is to enhance understanding of margin and overall profitable of business segments.
11.Responsible for the maintenance, integration and enhancement of the accounting systems of the business.
12.Provide Plant Management and supervision with recommendations on improving plant financial and operational performance and results.
13.Maintain the highest level of honesty and integrity. Expect and promote that same level of honesty and integrity in the supporting staff and other plant functions.


RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS INTERNAL:

• Reports to the Finance Director LATAM Operations with dotted line responsibility to the Plant Manager.

Works closely with:

• All Plant Management & Personnel
• Corporate Accounting
• Local Treasury and A/P
• Local Taxation
• Local Corporate Information Systems
• Plumbing Americas – General Accounting; Business Analysis; and Planning
• Works closely with all business managers.
• Cooperates with Internal Audit in the execution of that Function's role and responsibility.

EXTERNAL:

• Occasional contact with vendors of business machines, office supplies, and printing services regarding quotations, purchases, payment of invoices, maintenance or repairs to telephone system.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with + five years experience, preferably operating in a Mexican Maquiladora company.

Bilingual skills. Experience in manufacturing accounting and operational analysis is preferred. Supervisory experience and a strong systems aptitude is also preferred. Experience in SAP financial reporting is also desirable.
CORE COMPETENCIES In addition to exhibiting the Core Competencies of: Build Trust, Drive Continuous Improvement, Focus on the End Customer, and Set High Standards of Performance, the person must exhibit competency in:

• Planning and organizing
• Professional knowledge and skill
• Developing others

Why Work at Kohler Co.? Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services.

We understand that it takes investment in our associates' development to make that happen.

So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual's personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more

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