Job description

A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, offering a comprehensive line featuring the best-known brands in North America and China, The company also manufactures water purification and water softening products for residential and light commercial applications.

A.O. Smith was founded in 1874 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The company employs people to make our products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, India, China, the Netherlands, the UK and Turkey.

Why would I want to work for A. O. Smith?

Our company was founded in Milwaukee, Wisconsin over 140 years ago by the Smith family and we’ve been manufacturing innovators ever since. We take pride in our company’s values and reputation for integrity, and we’re also proud of the A. O. Smith innovations that make life better for people all over the world. If you want to join a team with integrity and a mission to make life better for others, you can take the first step here.

What is great about this opportunity?

• You will be joining a stable, but growing organization committed to strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, global expansion and the highest ethical standards of conduct.
• You will be representing a company that makes products that improve quality of life and are considered top of the line.
• You will be joining a cohesive team that believes in the goals we share and supports each other in accomplishing our shared goals

*This role is eligible for a remote work schedule of up to two days remote work per week. New employees are eligible to apply after successfully completing their initial 90 days of employment and training.

Primary Function

The Accountant I will perform a variety of activities in the preparation, examination, and interpretation of accounting and financial records, reports, and statements. The incumbent will be involved with the general ledger, budget, month end closing, and other cost/financial analyses compliant with all company and GAAP policies.

Responsibilities

• Assemble plant expense analysis and report updates to the staff on a regular basis. Coordinate the accounts payable function for all plant operations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations for all operating, disbursement, payroll, and investment accounts.
• Prepare specific monthly journal entries, sales tax returns, and warranty expense account analysis.
• Analyze and reconcile any discrepancies within the general accounting functions. Will report on utility use, expenditures, etc. and provide analysis for senior management review.
• Settle and close production orders, investigate production variances.
• Provide research assistance as required and respond to inquiries and requests from internal sources.
• Assist as backup for payroll, daily invoicing, and sales updating. Provide payroll approval.
• Observe all procedures and policies in accordance with GAAP, company policy, and federal/state regulations.
• Review all purchase orders and provide updates to the plant manager regarding exceptions and expense levels.
• Reconcile all expenses to budget.
• Provide internal financial audits and cycle count audits – issue reporting.
• Prepare trial balance analysis.
• Perform other activities as needed or as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 1+ year related work experience
• Familiarity with all applicable principles, regulations, and laws including GAAP, tax laws, and payroll laws
• Ability to read and interpret documents and data
• Strong communication skills both orally and written
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word and accounting software
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and documents

Additional Qualifications

• Work experience with accounting preferred
• SAP knowledge a plus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Related Field

Years of Experience

Minimum of 1 year related work experience

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Franklin, TN 37064

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