The Toro Company Hiring for Accountant (Ventrac) Job at Orrville, OH Full Time

Ventrac, a division of the Toro Company, is a growth-oriented company located in Orrville, Ohio. Our team is dedicated to excellence through innovation, a strong work ethic and quality workmanship. Join the Ventrac team who feels passionate about the products we build for commercial lawn care use. We are known for our culture of respect and collaboration, which can be measured by our low turnover, open communication, and the excitement in the air. We believe our employees are truly the most valuable asset. We not only believe that, but we also make decisions that align with that concept. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a diverse team of individuals who are committed to the success of our team at Ventrac.

We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.

Summary:

This Accountant position will include providing financial and operations analysis and projections to the accounting team. He/she will provide reliable data and analysis to be used in decision-making and planning, prepare accurate monthly financial reports, assist in the preparation of presentations that provide thoughtful analysis, identify action items, and effectively frame decisions that need to be made as required. He/she will also provide support for other accounting functions including FP&A and General Accounting as needed.

The ideal person will have opportunity to grow into areas of increasing responsibility within the finance function.

Responsibilities:

• General Accounting practices as well as Financial Planning and Analysis.

• Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards

• Provide general accounting support, including month end close, account reconciliations and analysis.

• Provide A/P and A/R accounting support.

• Provide ad hoc business financial analysis support for Finance projects.

• Inventory Valuation and Maintenance.

• Work with buyers in establishing new vendor accounts and maintenance.

• Deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Product cost, pricing, and profitability analysis for new and existing product lines:

  • Material costs (made in/bought out) & Direct Labor (Fab, Weld, Assembly Actual vs. Estimated)

  • Outsourcing costs benefits/analysis

  • Overhead Analysis

• Compares and explores costing models including Standard Cost, Gross Margin, as well as alternative models of Contribution Margin, etc. as well as cost analysis.

• Collaborates with multiple corporate Finance functions (eg.tax, internal and external audit) and divisional finance teams.

• Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology creating efficiencies.

• Provide regular summary level reporting to Management.

• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required

• Strong interpersonal skills – professional, courteous, friendly and helpful

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Proactive, action oriented individual.

• Individually accountable for deliverables with general direction provided by supervisor.

• Demonstrated systems acumen

• Strong Analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year + Cost Accounting/Finance Experience

• 1+ year of executing SOX requirements

• 2+ years Accounting/Finance Experience

• 2 + years of Manufacturing Accounting Experience

• CPA/CMA or desire to pursue

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.