Accountant

AccountantJenoptik is a globally active photonics corporation with a presence in over 80 countries. Optical technologies are the basis of our business. We employ around 4,600 people worldwide. To strengthen our team, we are looking for people who are enthusiastic about contributing to our success together. Become part of our team and shape our sustainable future. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted company policies and practices Responsible for the integrity of tangible and intangible assets and depreciation calculations for multiple locations. Insure proper recording of new acquisitions, internal transfers and dispositions. Prepares amortization and depreciation projects for forecast and budgeting activities. Analyzes general ledger for variances and exceptions and prepares journal entries for month end closing. Maintains prepaid and accrued expenses spreadsheet, reconciliations and related GL activity. Reconciles inter-company activities. Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. Assists controllers in the preparation of monthly financial statements, forecasts and budgets Perform such other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting required 3 - 5 years related work experience Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience with SAP systems is required. Accounts receivable experience. Knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS) a plus Ability to work with others in complex management matrix structure Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal Must possess "soft skills": conflict resolution and negotiation, personal effectiveness, creative problem solving, strategic thinking, team building, and influencing skills Expertise in dealing with people effectively and politely Minimal travel (primarily domestic) US citizen or qualified US worker Physical requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Your work environment: At Jenoptik, people with the special JENIUS character work together. Changing the world with light requires a spirit of research. Discover the challenges that our world faces today. At Jenoptik, you change the world. With the Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Semiconductor & Advanced Manufacturing, Jenoptik is a global OEM and machine supplier for solutions based on photonics. Our know-how extends over a broad portfolio in the areas of optics, micro-optics and precision components for the semiconductor equipment industry. In addition, the SBU addresses the megatrend of digitalization with solutions for optical information and communication technology as well as for laser material processing. Independent of gender, age or disability we rely on ideas, skills and team spirit. That's why we expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities. Have we piqued your interest in this position? Then we look forward to your online application. If you have any questions, we are happy to assist you.