Senior Accountant (Project Management)

Colson Group USA is an operating unit of Colson Group the largest manufacturer of caster and wheel products in the world. The brands of Colson Group USA have been technological leaders in caster innovation for over 350 combined years. This drive has led to some of the most trusted, advanced, and highest-quality mobility solutions available in the world today. Colson Group's unique and proprietary global footprint provides available services and capabilities unmatched by any other manufacturer.

Colson Group USA is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to add to our growing team in St. Joseph, MI location. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in office.

The Senior Accountant will be a team member with responsibilities encompassing financial close for both domestic and foreign entities, reporting, and fixed assets. The Senior Accountant will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide strategic financial insights, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, project management, and a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles are essential for success in this role.

Essential Job Functions

Financial Reporting:

Prepare and analyze financial statements and journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Generate periodic reports for management, providing insights into the company's financial performance.

Audit and Compliance:

Assist with external audits, ensuring timely and accurate submission of required documents.
Stay abreast of changes in accounting regulations and ensure compliance with relevant laws and standards.

Process Improvement:

Prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations, to enhance clarity and accuracy.
Assist with implementation of best practices in financial management and reporting.

Fixed Assets:

Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recordation of fixed assets.
Recommend updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets.
Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts. Assist with fixed asset budget and forecast.
Assign tag numbers to fixed assets.
Conduct quarterly physical counts of fixed assets.
Investigate potential obsolescence of fixed assets.
Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in Epicor & BNA. Reconcile and calculate depreciation for all fixed assets.

General:

Abide by all Colson Policies and procedures.
Other responsibilities as assigned.