.EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.This position is responsible for various aspects of the monthly financial closing process, preparing journal entries, reporting of financial results, and analysis of manufacturing variances against standards. Through reconciliation and analysis of monthly financial data, this position will be responsible for accurate reporting of the SBU's financial performance and statistics.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPreparation of analysis by volume produced and its impact on absorption derived from the mix of manufactured products.Preparation of weekly financial reports and KPI's, which allow measuring the financial performance related to use and consumption of materials, labor cost and its efficiency and overhead spending.Coordinate and perform the annual physical inventories.Inspection and validation of cycle counting processes.Validate and track the inventory adjustments.Accounts reconciliations for inventory, accruals and support to accounts payable process related to inventory.Preparation of the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes.Perform the annual cost-roll ups in accordance with Corporate guidance.Assist in monthly meetings with Corporate Cost area.Periodically, validate the material structures (BOM's) and standard times of products (Routings) with highest demand.Assist in validations of cost saving projects proposed by the different areas.QualificationsMinimumBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.A minimum of 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as cost accountant.Experience with monthly financial closings.Experience with Budgeting and Forecasting.Experience with manufacturing variances analysis, cost roll-ups, and inventory control.Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) and ERP.Fluently in English, spoken and written.PreferredHyperion Financial Management and BaaN system experience is a plus.Experience in a manufacturing environment.General Job RequirementsThis position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands
