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Accounting Manager

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

• Holiday, personal and vacation days.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.

Summary/Objective:

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting team members and their related responsibilities. Position pays attention to financial and operational details, having the ability to manage end to end financial processes, strong analytical skills and the ability to influence others to driver overall success. Project and change management skills, high integrity, collaboration and teamwork skills essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Accounting Manager will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist management with business analysis, including budgeting and forecasting
• Assist with quarterly and annual audits including Financial and SOX requirements
• Review AR and AP regularly and hold weekly meetings with Supervisors
• Manage communications between Customers, Sales, Customer Service, and Shipping
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide feedback to other Managers, Directors, and VP’s regarding cross functional processes
• Manage expense reporting and company credit cards
• Month End close procedures including journal entries and reconciliations for multiple locations
• Monitor effective internal controls
• Implementation of effective processes and procedures to increase efficiency in all aspects of the office
• Manage Customer Rebates and Co-ops and Rep Commissions ensuring the system as well as customers and reps have correct information on programs and contracts

Working Conditions:

• Primarily working indoors, office environment.
• Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
• May sit for several hours at a time.
• Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and copiers.

Competencies:

• Strong ability to work under deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and resolve problems accordingly.
• Ability to manage office administration.
• Proficient in relevant computer applications.
• Knowledge of general ledger.
• Proven analytical, planning, and organization skills.

Requirements:

Work Experience: 3-5 years of experience

Education: Associates Degree in Accounting related field 

Computer Skills: Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Organization Skills: Demonstrated organizational, process and analytical skills; ability to produce accurate and quality work with a fast turn around and a sense of urgency

Cross-functional Skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally; engages and builds effective relationships across the organization; provides professional, timely and proactive internal and external customer service

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills; ability to influence and possesses organizational savvy; ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information; ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; strong interpersonal skills

Problem Solving Skills: Resourcefulness; excellent problem solving skills with the ability to provide easily understood solutions

Physical, Mental and Visual Skills:  Ability to read, write, type; sitting and standing for long periods of time up to 8 hours per day

Physical Environment:  Normal office environment; potential of exposure to moving equipment, if proper safety procedures are not followed

Travel: Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time salary position, and hours/days of work are decided by production schedules and your reporting manager.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.