Career

Accountant

17.10.2024

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting people and goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,700 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

PALFINGER is seeking an Accountant candidate familiar with generally accepted accounting procedures to join the team and work out of our facility in New Iberia, LA. If you like contributing your talents, being rewarded for strong performance and enjoy the satisfaction of accomplishment, then we think you have found the right place to come and build a future. It is our belief that you will join a company with a strong heritage and more importantly, a strong future.

Your Responsibilities:

Assist Management in reviewing financial results (P&L, Balance Sheet, KPI’s, et. al.).
Maintain updated, accurate account balances and structure.
Work with team regarding A/R, A/P, and cash flow issues. Cash Receipts and Cash Payout.
Support technical accounting issues related to the month end and quarter end financial close and understand the accounting impact of proposed transactions regarding different functions and ensure US GAAP principles and rules are properly adhered to.
Sales tax filings.Job Costing.
Cross-train with other team members.
Other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications:

Accounts payable: 3 years (required), Accounts receivable: 3 years (required), Bookkeeping: 3 years (required).
Must have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles.
Strong MS Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present to management.
Self-motivated, independent asset in the organization who has enthusiasm and energy for the job.
Strong time-management skills with the ability to take on ad hoc projects and complete them timely and accurately.

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation.
401(k) with Company match.
Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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