Job Information
ZF Accountant I in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Accountant I
Country/Region: US
Location:
Tuscaloosa, AL, US
Req ID 64305 | Tuscaloosa, United States
About the Team: The ZF Tuscaloosa Finance team supports the Tuscaloosa plant by creating/preparing financial reports, forecasting financial metrics, explaining deviations from said forecasts, and analyzing data to identify areas of potential improvement. Based on these analyses, we work with all functions to implement positive changes and to understand significant deviations.
What you can look forward to as an Accountant:
Perform general accounting analysis to identify, analyze, and evaluate financial accounting data/accruals in the completion of month-end closing activities.
Complete uploads of financial statements and forecast data; evaluate and analyze financial results to identify issues or discrepancies and perform correcting journal entries as necessary.
Execute accounting activities related to fixed asset capital management, such as capitalization, depreciation, and creation of new asset numbers.
Process customer payments and investigate discrepancies.
Calculate and process vendor payments/deductions resulting from retroactive price changes to raw materials.
Facilitate AP process and ensure proper documentation is maintained for all payments.
Plan cost center budgets with departmental managers; complete monthly budget variance reports and review regularly with managers.
Perform balance sheet reconciliation.
Support chargeback process for customer and supplier charges due to warranty, downtime, or related quality issues.
Prepare monthly financial reports and KPIs to provide summarized analysis to senior management.
Prepare and provide support to external auditors and answer any related inquiries.
Compile budgetary data and related information to assist with the development of business planning.
Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Your Profile as an Accountant:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
Working knowledge of ad-hoc financial analysis and the generation of monthly executive-level financial reports (e.g. profitability and forecasts)
Working knowledge of external financial standards/regulations IFRS
Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP
Solid organizational and project management abilities
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management
Why you should choose ZF in Tuscaloosa, AL:
A supportive collaborative team environment
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays
Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
A strong diversity culture
Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Accountant I and apply now!
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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