Oscar Winski Company & Lafayette Steel and Aluminum
Senior Accountant
Oscar Winski Company & Lafayette Steel and Aluminum, Lafayette, Indiana, us, 47903
Overview
The Senior Accountant position is responsible for serving as a team leader in the finance department and ensuring the department creates accurate and timely financial records for the organization.
Essential Functions
Perform cost accounting, production transaction review, and gross margin analysis.
Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, reclasses, adjustments).
Support month-end/year-end close including account analysis, reconciliations, variance explanations, and financial statement preparation.
Manage inventory accounting, including monthly recalculations and annual physical inventory counts.
Prepare monthly reporting, including financial statements, FTE, and ad hoc reports/analysis.
Provide AP/AR coverage during PTO and assist with account/entry coding.
Research and resolve discrepancies impacting the general ledger.
Assist cash control activities – replenishments, safe counts, petty cash audits.
Lead preparation of documentation for external audits.
Support ERP upgrades, automation, and reporting initiatives (Power BI, D365 workflows).
Maintain current position procedure documentation.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned
Education And Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
Proficiency in Excel and ERP Software packages (Preferably Microsoft D365)
Thorough knowledge of accounting theories, practices, regulations, and financial concepts
Strong analytical, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficient use of PC and software for data analysis and report generation
Ability to work with minimum supervision, good organizational skills and attention to detail
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Good oral and written communication skills with coworkers and external personnel
Preferred Qualifications
CPA / CMA is a plus
D365 & Power BI Experience is a plus
Work Environment This is a largely sedentary position; however, some filing is required. This may require lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Mining
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Essential Functions
Perform cost accounting, production transaction review, and gross margin analysis.
Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, reclasses, adjustments).
Support month-end/year-end close including account analysis, reconciliations, variance explanations, and financial statement preparation.
Manage inventory accounting, including monthly recalculations and annual physical inventory counts.
Prepare monthly reporting, including financial statements, FTE, and ad hoc reports/analysis.
Provide AP/AR coverage during PTO and assist with account/entry coding.
Research and resolve discrepancies impacting the general ledger.
Assist cash control activities – replenishments, safe counts, petty cash audits.
Lead preparation of documentation for external audits.
Support ERP upgrades, automation, and reporting initiatives (Power BI, D365 workflows).
Maintain current position procedure documentation.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned
Education And Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
Proficiency in Excel and ERP Software packages (Preferably Microsoft D365)
Thorough knowledge of accounting theories, practices, regulations, and financial concepts
Strong analytical, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficient use of PC and software for data analysis and report generation
Ability to work with minimum supervision, good organizational skills and attention to detail
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Good oral and written communication skills with coworkers and external personnel
Preferred Qualifications
CPA / CMA is a plus
D365 & Power BI Experience is a plus
Work Environment This is a largely sedentary position; however, some filing is required. This may require lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Mining
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