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Thermon

Accountant

Thermon, Franklin Park, Illinois, United States, 60131

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Job Description

Job Description

Accountant Who are we?

Who We Are - Thermon Thermon is a diversified technology company and a global leader in industrial process heating, temperature maintenance, environmental monitoring and temporary power distribution solutions. We deliver engineered solutions that enhance operational awareness, safety, reliability and efficiency to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership.

Thermon offers over 250 products, software and services across multiple brands, providing a range of offerings from boilers, transportation heaters, and liquid load banks to tubing bundles and heat trace. We are the silent guardians of critical infrastructure. From the relentless demands of chemical plants and the intricate networks of rail and transit to the vital pulse of power generation, we innovate solutions that ensure optimal operation, protect critical assets, and maximize efficiency.

We

care

deeply about the success of our customers, the well-being of our people, and the reliability of every product we design. This drives our unwavering

commitment

to safety and integrity in everything we do. Through

collaboration , we unite a rich legacy of expertise with a trusted global team, partnering side-by-side with our customers. We transfer the warmth needed to make life work.

Located in Franklin Park Chicago, IL, Vapor Power is a leader and innovator in Electric Steam and Hot Water Boilers, Gas Fired Steam and Hot Water Boilers, Deaerators, and Boiler Room Accessory products for nearly 75 years and continues to pursue strong growth plans within the marketplace. As the premier designer and manufacturer of high voltage electrode boilers, resistance electric boilers, gas fired boiler products, and feedwater accessory equipment, we have solutions that are energy efficient, innovative & highly respected in the industry.

What is the opportunity?

Reporting to the Controller, the

Accountant

will perform complex clerical, bookkeeping, and accounting assignments and prepare accounting statements and financial reports to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Enjoy respect and recognition for your contributions as we continue to improve manufacturing capability and capacity! Experience autonomy and open dialogue with senior managers and make an immediate impact!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following, other duties may be assigned.

Prepares financial reports and various accounting statements. Posts journal entries to general ledger. Generates summary sheets to be used by supervisor or auditor. Processes payroll and prepares necessary payroll reports. Proofs accounting reports for clerical accuracy. Allocates expenditures to correct accounts according to departmental procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned. Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations including bank accounts, inventories, fixed assets, and liabilities. Assists in providing outside auditors with requested information during the interim and annual financial audit process. Assist and make recommendations in evaluation of new processes, policies, and systems to determine relevance to and impact on the SOX program, including assessing design of controls based on identified risks. Assists in the set-up and execution of cycle counts and annual physical inventory. Product margin reporting and analysis. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks, which are fundamental. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required. Three to five years of accounting experience in a manufacturing operation required. Skills and Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting. Assist and make recommendations in evaluation of new processes, policies, and systems to determine relevance to and impact on the SOX program, including assessing design of controls based on identified risks. Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Highly proficient with accounting software. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Working knowledge of ERP based financial systems; Infor XA experience a plus. Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorships).

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Work Environment:

This position must perform tasks that involve mainly office exposure, sitting behind a desk performing tasks on a computer. Most of their time, the employee will spend time in the office with low to moderate exposure to noise, heat, and cold environment, other physical requirements include walking, bending, hand dexterity, speaking, seeing, and lifting/moving up to 15 pounds. Steel toe shoes, earplugs and safety glasses are always required while on the production floor.

Benefits:

Bonus eligibility. Medical, Dental, and Vision. Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. 401k with Company Match. Paid Time Off.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Vapor Power International, LLC and VPI Precision Boilers, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Candidates applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. OPT or H1B Visa Sponsorship is not currently available for this opportunity.

Vapor Power International and Precision Boilers are subsidiaries of Thermon.

Thermon

is a global organization that serves the energy, power generation, chemical, food and beverage, commercial, rail and transit and other industries to provide innovative solutions for heating applications by deeply understanding our customers' needs. We specialize in complete flow assurance, process heating, temperature maintenance, freeze protection and environmental monitoring solutions. We care for the environment, and we are a leader in safety performance. 1,440+ employees in more than 15 countries Sales to 85+ countries worldwide Over 100 independent sales agents and distributors Manufacturing facilities in US, Europe, Canada, India, and now in Tennessee and Illinois

For more information about Thermon, please visit:

https://thermon.com/