Senior Accountant

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  

The Position: The Controller will direct the accounting functions including accounts payable, cost accounting, general accounting, payroll, and financial reporting. Further responsibilities are to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all functions leading up to and including financial reporting.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide accurate and timely periodic financial results.
• Report the monthly/YTD analyzed financial results for Managers, VP Manufacturing and EVP Accounting/CFO.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze a monthly spreadsheet to allocate expenses by manufacturing line.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze a monthly/YTD spreadsheet to compare sales, expenses, and profits.
• Create annual budget spreadsheets.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze weekly spreadsheets to report the efficiency/productivities and gainshare tracking.
• Track and audit authorized capital spending and report projects complete for capitalization.
• Monitor and safeguard company inventories and equipment.
• Serve as a contact and representative between GDLP and state & local government taxing authorities.
• Plan, organize, staff, control and supervise the direct accounting activities.
• Guide, direct, motivate and evaluate all direct and indirect subordinates to ensure timely accomplishment of departmental goals and responsibilities.
• Maintain professional competency and awareness. Keep abreast of changes in business, economic, regulatory or technical trends which may affect the department.
• Request and assist in the development and implementation of automated cost-effective systems to improve departmental efficiency.
• Other activities as appropriate or requested.

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Education: BS degree in accounting.
• Experience: 10 years of experience are preferred.
• Skills: Must be able to perform and/or supervise all functions of the Accounting Department.
  • Must be organized, have the ability to analyze accounts, and have good communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including advanced data functions in Excel.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word and be able to adapt to the current Accounting software.
  • Confidentiality, accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail are a must.
• Travel: None.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close and distance vision.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer