Accountant Job DescriptionA trusted finance partner and principal member of the finance team. Support finance team to lead company accounting, financial planning and provide analytical support to the plant.Key ResponsibilitiesA trusted finance partner and member of the plant team in all areas, driving process and cost discipline, efficiencies, and providing finance and economic analysis and support.Accurate and timely month-end closing, including execution of plant accounting and internal control procedures.Be the finance business partner and support cost center owners on review monthly spend and managing the cost against budget, forecast, and prior year.Resolve accounts payable issues and ensure our vendors are paid within terms. Escalate problems and improve the processes.Collaborating with capital finance on implement CAPEX vs OPEX policy and ensure the accuracy of accountingAssist in special projects and information requests, ad hoc financial planning, and analyticsSupport the internal audit, legal, and tax functional areas for accounting related issues.Support controlling manager to ensure effectiveness of internal / SOX controls and coordinate internal auditing at plant level.Provide proper documentation and backup material for journal entries in accordance with our internal standards.Identify needed areas of improvement and escalate issues.Review accounting transactions to ensure compliance with government requirements and Albemarle Accounting and Internal Control Policies and Procedures.Collaborate effectively with the Australian finance and operational team to meet departmental goals efficiently and to a high standard.Work Experience / Technical Skill RequirementsMinimum of 10 years' experience with financial analysis, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting in a manufacturing company.Experience with SAP systems at a multinational company.Some familiarity with financial accounting within an advanced SAP system required.High level accounting and US GAAP knowledge.Experience in identifying process flows and optimization.Advanced written and verbal communications skills.Demonstrating global collaboration across cultures and meeting/exceeding expectations working in a fast-paced environment.Must be able to work as part of a team that includes multiple functional areas across the globe.Highest standards of accuracy, precision, organization and attention to detail.Breadth and capacity to take on other finance roles over time.Must be self-motivated.Education / Qualification RequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, or Accounting is required.Chartered Accountant or similar certification a plus.
