B&W MEGTEC
Job Description – Accounting Supervisor (25000066)
The Accountant Supervisor provides leadership over International Accounting, Corporate Accounting and certain statutory audit compliance processes. This role owns monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities; ensures strong internal controls and SOX compliance; and delivers timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The position partners cross-functionally (FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and IT) to drive process optimization, ERP/data governance, and automation initiatives, while developing high‑performing accounting teams and providing executive‑level insights to the Corporate Controller and CFO.
Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for international entities and certain corporate processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
Establish, maintain, and test internal controls over financial reporting (SOX); partner with Internal Audit to remediate deficiencies.
Serve as primary liaison to external auditors in assigned areas; coordinate audit readiness, respond to questions, and drive closure of audit findings.
Support general ledger governance, chart of accounts, and account reconciliation standards; enforce close calendar and quality benchmarks.
Support ERP and reporting‑system initiatives (e.g., upgrades, integrations, automation); partner with IT on data governance and master data integrity.
Design and implement process improvements and automation (RPA, templates, standardized workflows) to reduce cycle time and error rates.
Manage statutory audit compliance process ensuring alignment between management reporting and statutory results.
Provide leadership and career development to professional staff; set goals, coach performance, and build bench strength.
Support cross‑functional projects (e.g., carve‑outs, acquisitions, integrations, restructurings) including accounting set‑up, opening balance sheets, and controls.
Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements; anticipate risks and implement mitigation plans.
Develop and monitor accounting KPIs (close timeliness, reconciliation quality, audit findings, automation adoption); communicate results and action plans.
Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations in assigned areas; ensure documentation quality and auditor‑ready support.
Prepare and review tax provisions for federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
Manage state and local tax compliance, including filings and reporting.
Execute ad hoc tax projects, such as implementing new tax technology and driving cost‑saving initiatives.
Review foreign tax provisions and ensure compliance with international requirements.
Perform monthly account reconciliations to maintain accuracy and integrity of tax‑related accounts.
Conduct tax research to support compliance and strategic planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Preferred Education/Certification: Master’s/MBA; CPA strongly preferred.
At least 7‑10 years of related corporate accounting and analytical experience. Corporate experience requirement can be combined with public accounting experience.
Oracle and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) user skills preferred.
Microsoft Office suite; including advanced Excel skills (vlookups, what‑ifs, pivot tables).
Experience with an international organization.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Curious and eager to learn.
Persistent and results‑driven.
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
Professional demeanor and executive presence.
Experience working with multiple ERP systems that are not fully integrated.
Capability to identify process improvement opportunities and re‑engineer solutions for greater accuracy.
Familiarity with payroll accounting processes.
Solid accounting knowledge and technical skills.
Commitment to accuracy and precision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Sound judgment and decision‑making skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for international entities and certain corporate processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
Establish, maintain, and test internal controls over financial reporting (SOX); partner with Internal Audit to remediate deficiencies.
Serve as primary liaison to external auditors in assigned areas; coordinate audit readiness, respond to questions, and drive closure of audit findings.
Support general ledger governance, chart of accounts, and account reconciliation standards; enforce close calendar and quality benchmarks.
Support ERP and reporting‑system initiatives (e.g., upgrades, integrations, automation); partner with IT on data governance and master data integrity.
Design and implement process improvements and automation (RPA, templates, standardized workflows) to reduce cycle time and error rates.
Manage statutory audit compliance process ensuring alignment between management reporting and statutory results.
Provide leadership and career development to professional staff; set goals, coach performance, and build bench strength.
Support cross‑functional projects (e.g., carve‑outs, acquisitions, integrations, restructurings) including accounting set‑up, opening balance sheets, and controls.
Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements; anticipate risks and implement mitigation plans.
Develop and monitor accounting KPIs (close timeliness, reconciliation quality, audit findings, automation adoption); communicate results and action plans.
Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations in assigned areas; ensure documentation quality and auditor‑ready support.
Prepare and review tax provisions for federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
Manage state and local tax compliance, including filings and reporting.
Execute ad hoc tax projects, such as implementing new tax technology and driving cost‑saving initiatives.
Review foreign tax provisions and ensure compliance with international requirements.
Perform monthly account reconciliations to maintain accuracy and integrity of tax‑related accounts.
Conduct tax research to support compliance and strategic planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Preferred Education/Certification: Master’s/MBA; CPA strongly preferred.
At least 7‑10 years of related corporate accounting and analytical experience. Corporate experience requirement can be combined with public accounting experience.
Oracle and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) user skills preferred.
Microsoft Office suite; including advanced Excel skills (vlookups, what‑ifs, pivot tables).
Experience with an international organization.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Curious and eager to learn.
Persistent and results‑driven.
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
Professional demeanor and executive presence.
Experience working with multiple ERP systems that are not fully integrated.
Capability to identify process improvement opportunities and re‑engineer solutions for greater accuracy.
Familiarity with payroll accounting processes.
Solid accounting knowledge and technical skills.
Commitment to accuracy and precision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Sound judgment and decision‑making skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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