What's in it for you?

Thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture, Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 14 years in a row. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.

Joining the Gorilla Glue family means being part of a team passionate about building strong brands and promoting a culture of excellence. As an employee, you'll be able to help create high-quality products and build brands that people love. Join us in an inspiring workplace where you can belong, grow, and make a difference!

Summary Description:

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist with the accounting processes necessary to prepare financial statements that meet all regulatory and accounting guidelines. You will be responsible for identifying and preventing discrepancies and helping set up control systems. This position primarily provides support to the Sr. Accounting Manager, but also works closely with other Finance leaders supporting the Company.

Duties:

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting for all assigned legal entities (US, Canada, Australia).
• Participate in month-end close process. Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations. 
• Prepare monthly reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts. Research and correct account discrepancies by analyzing and collecting account information.
• Assist with external audit and tax support.  Prepare schedules required for year-end financial statement audit and 401(k) plan.
• Advise on the application of GAAP to financial transactions and statements.  Assist with implementation of new standards applicable to the Company.
• Assist Sr. Accounting Manager with developing and updating of financial policies and procedures.
• Recommend and drive continuous improvements for accounting processes. 
• Assist with managing compliance of policies, procedures and segregation of duties.
• Complete 1099 tracking and printing.
• Manage fixed asset data. Ensure assets are set up properly for book classification and years of service.
• Assist Finance teams with budgeting requests related to fixed assets.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Assist with special projects as required.

Participate in treasury functions such as cash forecasting & reconciling cash accounts

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• B.S. degree in Accounting
• CPA or MBA designation encouraged, not required
• 3+ years minimum experience
• Corporate manufacturing experience or public accounting firm experience including affiliations with successful manufacturing companies, direct experience with manufacturing firms, or a combination of both

Specific Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP
• Strong proficiency in general ledger management and account reconciliation
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools
• Fam