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Knauf Insulation

Manager, Financial Accounting

shelbyville, KY

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About this opportunity

Knauf Insulation lists this Manager, Financial Accounting opportunity in shelbyville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world’s fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

Free on-site Health Care Facility

Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!

Virtual Medical Services

Fertility and adoption benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)

Paid parental leave

Paid family leave

Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)

Company paid life insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available!

About the Role:

As aFinancial Accounting Manager , you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness and consistency of all internal and external financial reporting. You will lead and support a team responsible for financial reporting, accounting, payroll and budgeting, helping to drive high standards and strong financial discipline across the organisation.In this position, you will develop and enhance internal control policies, guidelines and procedures in areas such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting. You will also oversee financial activities and reporting to ensure full compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to make a real impact through strong leadership, sound judgement and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Ensure accounting records are prepared and maintained in accordance with the organisation’s accounting policies, chart of accounts, and applicable accounting principles and practices, and that subsidiary ledgers reconcile with the general ledger.

Assist with monthly and year-end closing procedures, including general ledger account analysis and reconciliation, journal entries, fluctuation reviews, analysis, and investigations.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GAAP and, to a certain extent, IFRS, as well as Knauf Group accounting and reporting guidelines, to ensure compliance with all internal and external standards.

Coordinate and manage the Company’s annual financial audit.

Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.

Ensure that all standard and special reporting requirements, as defined by management, are completed and submitted in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner.

Complete and submit all required state and federal government reports in a timely and accurate manner.

Complete and submit annual and quarterly budgets as requested by senior management.

Perform ad hoc analysis and respond to enquiries and requests.

Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions.

Maintain financial security by establishing internal controls.

Support the implementation of process improvements and efficiencies.

Manage and motivate staff; review and assess performance, build employee capability, support professional development, and enable employees to optimise their contribution to the department.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

MBA with Finance or Accounting concentration preferred

CPA

Experience:

Minimum five (5) years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Minimum three (3) years of financial reporting experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of GAAP

Knowledge of financial statements and financial analysis

Knowledge of ERP systems; preferably SAP

Leadership skills

Listening skills

Time management skills

Critical thinking and decision-making skills

Process management skills

Computer skills in a MS Windows environment; Advanced Excel skills; Proficient in Word and PowerPoint

Ability to communicate effectively within the department and throughout the organization

Ability to manage and coach a successful team within Finance/Accounting

Ability to identify areas of opportunity and provide creative and timely solutions

Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

Ability to travel approximately 5-10% of the time

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

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Worksite address

shelbyville, KY, 40065, US

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