Job description

Leister Technologies LLC, with headquarters in Itasca, IL, supports the sales and service of Leister’s full line of roofing, process heat, plastic welding, laser and microsystem products through its wide network of distribution partners across North America.

We are currently looking for an Accounting Supervisor that has a well-rounded background with experience in sales tax as well as all financial processes. This position will report directly to the Finance & Accounting Manager.

Primary responsibilities:

General Accounting (60%):

• Supervise Staff Accountant
• Maintain sales tax classification and exemption certificates for main customers and all ship-to locations.
• Review sales tax calculations on customer invoices.
• Maintains Fixed Assets including additions, disposals, associated journal entries and physical inventory.
• Prepare and enter journal entries (prepaids, deferrals, accruals, payroll, etc.)
• Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
• Recording weekly cycle count adjustments
• Assist with monthly financial report preparation for submission to HQ.
• Assist with Budget and forecast preparation.
• Assist with internal control policy documentation and implementation.
• Assist with analytical analysis and projects as needed.

A/P (20%):

• Review coding and post third party vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
• Code, post, and reconcile company visa and employee expense reports.
• Reconcile, pay and manage Intercompany invoices.
• Develop AP policies and streamline processes.
• Maintain documented AP procedures.

A/R (20%):

• Run credit reports on new customers and recommend and enter credit lines for new and existing customers within prescribed policy limits.
• Oversee credit and collection activities including collection calls, reconciling, analyzing, and resolving disputes or discrepancies.
• Oversee posting of incoming payments and prepare daily deposits.
• Oversee monthly aging, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Prepare bad debt reserve calculation when required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or CPA is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably in a global manufacturing/distribution organization
• Minimum 3 years Senior/Supervisory role
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Proficiency in accounting software required, experience with SAP ByDesign preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work with large volumes of data efficiently.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team and build strong relationships across departments.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor junior team members.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and time management skills.

Company Description:

For over 60 years, Leister has been a world leader in plastics processing with hot-air, hot-wedge and extrusion welder technology. To assure customers can always rely on the renowned Leister quality, the company develops and produces all products and accessory parts in Switzerland in compliance with the strict ISO 9001 standard.

The classic product portfolio of the Leister Group is subject to continuous development and has been extended by high-tech machines and components involving laser and micro-technology. Leister Laser Plastic Welding produces powerful and cutting-edge laser welding systems for plastics. Axetris AG develops and produces laser gas detectors, micro-optics, mass flow rate sensors and infrared sources for industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Itasca, IL 60143: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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