The Accountant I is responsible for applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of financial reports.

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities Analyzes financial information detailing balance sheet accounts and portions of the profit and loss accounts. Reconciles sub-ledgers to general ledger. Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries. Calculates amounts for foreign exchange revaluations, and other accruals. Reconciles and enters companies’ airfare invoices monthly. Reconciles bank accounts. Responsible for the preparation, explanation, and correctness of assigned work papers on a monthly basis within the required deadline. Responsible for the allocation of insurances and other group expenses. Assists and is the back up for Concur Travel Expense software when needed. Assists with preparation of balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other financial reports including LIN reports. Participates in preparation of internal and external audit materials and tax work papers. Assists with the correction of sales and use taxation errors. Participates and supplies necessary items for sales & use tax audits. Assists with the approval of the purchase requestion system for purchases requiring accounting approval. Assists the General Ledger Manager with special projects. Competencies Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of accounting principles and practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from executives, managers, suppliers, customers, and the public. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Knowledge of ERP systems; Microsoft Access Database software; Word Processing software. Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Outlook and in using Accounting related computer systems to set up queries, enter data and process information Travel domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time. Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and passport. Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Donald Hart.

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The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.​​

Location

Liebherr USA Co.

4800 Chestnut Avenue

23607 Newport News, VA

United States (US)

Contact

Donald Hart

donald.hart@liebherr.com