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Sr. Staff Accountant
- Ralliant (Plainville, CT)
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sr. Staff accountant is a key member of the finance team and is responsible for managing critical elements of the Company’s financial accounting and reporting systems. Primary areas of responsibility include general ledger accounting in addition to Inventory, fixed asset and treasury management. Reports to the Accounting Manager and works closely with other members of Setra, including senior management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Perform General Ledger functions including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations and analysis of variances to forecast.
+ Prepare various balance sheet reconciliations, including Inventory, PCard, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
+ Lead the yearly physical inventory process working closely with operations for two sites.
+ Perform the yearly standard costs roll as well as updates to costs on an ongoing basis.
+ Manage intercompany transactions with other Fortive Entities as well as other Gems entities.
+ Assist with SEC, Tax, Audit and other external reporting requests including control documentation, tax schedules and corporate requests.
+ Lead process improvement initiatives.
+ Prepare and distribute weekly productivity reporting to Operations.
+ Participate in Sarbanes-Oxley testing and remediation planning including vendor and pricing changes.
+ Assist with standard and ad hoc financial analysis
+ Various accruals including Commissions, Pcard and Capitalized Labor and Overheads.
+ Prepare and analyze the quarterly Excess and Obsolete Inventory reserve.
+ Ensure meets monthly KPI metrics for quality and timeliness of team goals.
QUALIFICATIONS: Critical Success Factors:
+ Experience with manufacturing cost accounting preferred.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills- collaborative with both internal and external customers and team members.
+ Effective communications skills – including written, verbal and listening skills.
+ Strong analytical skills.
+ Process and detail orientated with a focus on doing high quality work.
+ Continuous improvement mindset- desire to seek root-cause, drive countermeasures and monitor to ensure sustainment.
+ Takes action; recognizes and resolves issues.
+ Eagerness to consistently drive process improvements where opportunities exist.
+ Team oriented; willingness to do what it takes to ensure timely completion of tasks and help the finance team achieve its objectives.
+ High level of accountability and self-sufficiency, coupled with willingness to ask for help when needed.
Required Skills/Experience:
+ 3+ years of related experience in general accounting, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
+ Solid knowledge of accounting practices.
+ Excellent computer skills, particularly MS Excel.
+ Experience with ERP system (JDE experience preferred).
+ Bachelor Degree in accounting required.
_This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department or unit. This job description may be changed at any time._
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Ralliant Corporation Overview
Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].
About Setra Systems
Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Ralliant Corporation .Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges.Astwo Ralliant businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra’s vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer,healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instrumentsfor humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements.At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. AsapartofRalliant, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].
Pay Range
The salary range for this position in local currency is 71100.00 - 132100.00
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