Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's most advanced electronic products. Universal Instruments is a cost effective enabler of the fast-moving electronics industry road map. From cell phones, tablets or advanced computing platforms, 5G infrastructure, internet of things, cloud computing and storage as well as wearable’s, sensors, MEMS, industrial, automotive, military and medical applications, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!

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• During month end close, onsite availability will be required during some weekends dependent on the month-to-month calendar; There will be time off earned as an offset. (Comp time)

Summary:

• This role seeks to develop and maintain accounting records as well as complex financial and operational analyses in support of management reporting, month end close and auditing.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Assists in the month end close process, including account analysis and reconciliation.
• Prepares general ledger entries and documents business transactions.
• Reconciles accounts as well as Federal and multi-state tax withholdings, and prepares journal entries for prepaid expense accounts and other intercompany transactions for balancing or adjusting purposes.
• Establishes, modifies, documents, and coordinates accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Reviews and implements systems for general accounting, assuring accuracy and adequacy of systems as the basis of reporting to management.
• Prepares financial schedules that will support account balances in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP).
• Prepares accounting schedules for outside auditors and reviews financial information with auditor for year-end tax preparation and annual year-end audit.
• Financial Analyses includes financial statements, reporting operating results, P&L variance analyses, planning and forecasting, historical trending, operations charts and graphs, and other analytical reports utilizing accounting and financial theory.  
• Preparation of monthly Key Financial Metrics and other drivers of financial performance.
• Variance analysis on product costs and helps drive cost reductions; Calculates and analyzes key operational metrics and performance data including manufacturing rate, utilization and absorption.
• Coordination of spending reviews for assigned cost centers, profit centers, product lines or business units to ensure alignment with budget.
• Assists with the annual operating plan and rolling forecast schedules.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with 2+ years of related experience in accounting, finance, cost accounting or financial planning/forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills and sound understanding of fundamental accounting practices (balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, cost accounting, etc.)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems such as SAP.
• Sound understanding of fundamental doctrines, theories, principles, and terminology of accounting.

Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:

• Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.

Physical Demands:

• Requires the ability to use a computer on a frequent basis. 
• Remaining stationary for extended periods, but needs to be mobile enough to navigate through work areas. 
• Must be able to communicate clearly with fellow colleagues. 
• During month end close, onsite availability will be required during some weekends dependent on the month-to-month calendar; There will be time off earned as an offset. (Comp time)

Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

Target Annual Base Pay: $75,000 - $85,000 + Robust Benefits