Manager, Corporate Accounting

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY                    

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:                                  

The Manager, Corporate Accounting will assist with leading our global close and consolidation process to meet deadlines for internal and external reporting. This role is responsible for leading consistency and accuracy in our close processes in accordance with US GAAP and company policies. Additionally, the role will drive efficiencies, a strong control environment, enable best practices, standardization, and scale within a global growing organization.

 

This role will report to the Senior Manager of Corporate Accounting. Duties will include developing and leading a team and enabling a cross functional accounting environment. This role will also serve as a business partner with other teams within the global CFO organization.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees and manages month end close activities and general accounting functions, including:
  • Ensures transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with US GAAP, internal controls and company policies
  • Manages account reconciliations including intercompany activities
  • Manages general ledger entries e.g. revenue estimates, payroll, prepaids, accruals and fixed asset related entries
  • Closing and reconciliation of the general ledger and all financial systems
  • Provides analysis of variances relating to financial results
  • Data governance over Finance related master data in ERP systems
  • Ensures consistency in processes and use of the general ledger between domestic and international accounting teams and multiple ERPs
• Plays a lead role over the global financial statement consolidation and elimination processes
• Prepares and reviews corporate accounting schedules required as support for quarterly and annual SEC filings
• Collaborates with internal and external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance
• Makes recommendations for changes and enhancements while ensuring compliance with AE’s  policies, procedures, and controls through the use of analytics, technology and automation
• Identifies and communicates on accounting issues and resolution
• Serves as a business partner at all levels with various department budget owners to enable timely and accurate month-end close for financial reporting
• Participates in ongoing development of new ERP implementation
• Provides guidance, coaches and develops a high-performing, high-potential accounting team, serving as a strong positive leader, mentor and advisor who is willing to work alongside the team

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Denver, CO
• Hybrid - Corporate headquarters, remote opportunities 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven organizational, time management, project management, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Strong accounting and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt, communicate and connect with teams in a global diverse environment
• Ability to identify and implement process improvement opportunities
• Advanced Microsoft application skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills

 

EXPERIENCE:                                              

Essential:

• 6+ years of related progressive experience in corporate accounting and consolidations
• 6+ years of experience in a large ERP system environment (SAP, Oracle, Blackline)
• Experience working for a multi-national company
• Previous experience in mentoring and leading a successful team
• Solid working knowledge of US GAAP

 

Desirable:

• Public company experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment

 

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