Accounting Supervisor

Company: Hearth & Home Technologies
Location: Lakeville
Posted on: February 18, 2021

Job Description:

Every professional wants to work for an industry leader. Now is your chance as Hearth & Home Technologies is hiring a n Accounting Supervisor in Lakeville, Minnesota .

A career at Hearth & Home Technologies puts you in the position of working with the most popular brands in the industry and having an impact on a product that people love. The hearth is the center of the home and family life.

Hearth & Home Technologies provides careers that fuel your professional growth. You've already reached an impressive level of success in your career, and now is the time to capitalize on all of your skills in a rewarding career without limits.

The team you work with will be highly skilled and trained. The products and company you represent are best-in-class.

The Accounting Supervisor support s the vision and goals of HHT through key leadership responsibilities and providing direction and support for the financial accounting function as well as maintaining the appropriate control environment. She/he will s erve as a key interface with both internal and external auditors and HNI financial reporting functions and will provide bench strength to the financial accounting function as opportunities arise within the company.

In order for this individual to be successful in the first six to twelve months, it will be important to:

• Lead the accounting department in the completion of month-end close tasks to ensure the accurate and timely closing of our financials each month.
• Lead the accounting department in validating the accuracy of financials through monthly account and bank reconciliations.
• Lead the accounting department in maintaining positive relationships with H earth & Home Technologies (HHT) /F ireside Hearth & Home (FHH) /HNI Corporation internal employees .
  
  Supporting objectives in order to get her/ his done include:
  
  • Engage in o pen communication between themselves and their direct reports
  • Develop ing a good understanding of our accounting software packages - Manage 2000 and Commerce Center and other software such as Cognos and OneStream.
  • Develop ing a sound understanding of the FHH and HHT business models
  • Work ing independently and within the accounting group to complete daily/weekly/monthly tasks and other projects as assigned
  • Good communication with F HH /H HT /HNI Corporation employees outside the Lakeville accounting department ( ie : FH H branch personnel, regional controllers, regional credit managers; H HT manufacturing personnel, facility controllers and credit managers; HNI shared services personnel, accounting and treasury members.)
  • Prepar ing accrual calculations and related journal entries.
  • Review ing and approv ing journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations and expense allocations.
  • Oversee ing intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
  • Play ing a key role in internal and external audits for the financial accounting function.
  • Assist ing in the preparation of annual plan and quarterly forecasts where necessary.
  • Managing and develop ing accounting personnel through communication, feedback and coaching.
    
    Skills and Abilities
    
    • Strong leadership and communication skills.
    • Proficiency in MS office with a focus on Excel.
    • Demonstrated ability to proactively seek out improvement opportunities.
    • Strong attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving skills.
    • Demonstrated initiative and prioritization.
    • Excellent people management skills.
    • Strong organization and analytical skills.
    • Strong ERP/Accounting software background.
    • Functions effectively in a team environment and matrix organization.
    • Ability to lead change management teams effectively.
    • Ability to live HNI leadership values; demonstrated personal integrity.
      
      Education and Experience
      
      BS Accounting required, CPA preferred, 3-5 years financial accounting experience, 1+ years supervisory experience .
      
      About Working for Hearth & Home Technologies
      
      Take ownership of your career with a job that ignites your passions and rewards your hard work. At Hearth & Home Technologies, you will have the opportunity to Burn Brighter working with a supportive team developing industry-leading hearth products.
      
      Hearth & Home Technologies is an operating division of HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI). We design, manufacture and distribute a wide variety of gas, electric, wood and biomass burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves and accessories. Lakeville, Minnesota is our home, but we have locations throughout the United States.
      
      As we continue expanding our operations, we're looking for leaders who are confident in what they do, but open to learning from others. Hardworking professionals who take pride in their company as much as their work. Are you ready to drive meaningful change to our business, to learn through challenging work experiences and to act like an owner?
      
      Take the next step in your career by supporting a product people love from the position of being the industry leader. Get started and apply today!
      

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