A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cables, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and job site power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement to support our customers as a value-added partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercise environmental stewardship, and enhance the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?  

 

Southwire Job Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for % Completion and all accounting/reconciliations for a project-based service group.  A successful Senior accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles. This position works directly with the Project Management team and Senior leadership to ensure the financial success of all projects and timely accurate reporting. As such, strong communication skills and ability to lead are critical attributes.

Key Responsibilities
o    Complete month-end close tasks promptly to ensure that accruals are accurate, and project accounting complies with GAAP.
o    Maintain the % of Completion accounting for the High Voltage Services Group
o    Monthly reconcile all costs against budget and lead spend/performance meetings with project management and senior leadership.
o    Perform project set-up and close-out with a post-mortem review of the total project financial performance.
o    Report monthly on Cost center variances to budget/forecast and communicate to management promptly to define corrective efforts needed. 
o    Support the Finance manager on budgeting and forecasting for the Service groups.
o    Maintain the Forecast Accuracy Scorecard and directly work with business unit leadership to create improved processes for forecast accuracy.
o    Support audit requests by internal and external audit groups.
o    Work with Operations to complete a Pro-forma and IRR calculation for capital requests.
o Ad-hoc reporting to support Management decision-making needs.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Accounting
Years of Experience: 5+;  3+ with CPA certification 5+ with no certification 
Field of Expertise: Accounting
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
Certificates: CPA 
Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:    
•    Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions and approaches for problem-solving and decision-making.
•    Strong/Advanced Excel skills
•    Ability to work with little supervision and to make appropriate decisions.
•    Ability to process work with a high level of accuracy.
•    Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
•    Excellent verbal and written skills
•    Ability to establish priorities and organize efficiently.
•    Enthusiasm for learning and demonstrates initiative.
•    SAP or other ERP Experience
•    % Completion Accounting Experience a plus
•    Strong time management and organization skills are a must
    
Reports To (Supervisor Title):    Manager, FP&A
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel: Domestic % of Time:  Up to 25%
Workplace Setting: In Office / On-Site (4+ days a week)

Competencies Nimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction Oriented

Benefits We Offer:

401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)  Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays  Long & Short-Term Disability  Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program  Employee Referral Program  Tuition Reimbursement Programs  Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities   Parental Leave  & More 

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