Staff Accountant

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

This position is under DR Power, one of Generac's subsidiaries!

Under the direction of the Manager Accounting, the Staff Accountant provides support for financial functions including creating and posting journal entries, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, fulfilling various external audit requests, and financial reporting and analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Month-end Close Responsibilities Actively participate in month-end closing by accurately and timely preparing account analysis and related journal entries for key account areas including but not limited to: Cash, Prepaid Expenses, Marketing, Leasing, Fixed Assets, Accrued Expenses.

- Monthly, assist with analyzing financial statements providing in-depth account level analysis on variances (trend vs. prior month or year, and vs. various targets such as budget, forecast, etc.) Prepare various account reconciliations timely and accurately, including supporting schedules as needed

- Projects & Non-Close Duties Assist with special projects. Work cross-functionally with various departments, including Business Group Finance Teams, Shared Services, and Credit in developing, analyzing, and explaining certain key account activity and accruals. Assist Accounting Manager and Subsidiary Controller with internal and external audits.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting

- 1 year of relevant accounting or internship experience

Preferred Qualifications:

- CPA/CMA Certification preferred

- Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems covering finance, HR, manufacturing, supply chain, services, procurement, and sales

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

- General knowledge of database and general ledger accounting applications/systems.

- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, GAAP and FASB.

- Goal-oriented and able to meet aggressive deadlines.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

- Many employee activities

- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers

- Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators

- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

- Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.

- Product loan and discount programs

Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role based in South Burlington, VT is $63,000 - $80,000. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short term and long-term incentives.

To formally apply to this position click here: https://generac.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Staff-Accountant_JR10292-1?q=staff%20accountantYou will not be considered an applicant until you complete online application.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”