Job Abstract

The Corporate Accounting Manager is responsible for planning and executing the monthly close process for all accounting of Holding Companies and Canadian Entities, rolling out the quarterly/yearly forecasting and operating plan processes for all Corporate Departments, and maintaining strong financial controls and procedures related to the financial close. 

Responsibilities:

• Accounting for the activity of the holding companies and Canadian entities including treasury transactions and expense accruals.
• Responsible for the review of journal entry preparation, account reconciliations and analysis relating to Holding Company accounts.
• Coordinating external audits and liaise with third party accounting firms to coordinate financial statements preparation and timely filings for holding companies.
• Oversee statutory filing compliance process for all international locations.
• Lead efforts to automate and improve existing accounting processes.
• Roll-out the quarterly forecasting and yearly operating plans processes for all Corporate Departments.  Review and analysis of forecasts and operating plans.
• Monthly variance analysis of operating plan and forecast against actual results for all Corporate Departments.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly consolidated cashflow statement.
• Assist in the monthly consolidations activities as needed.

Required Skills:

• Self-motivated individual with a high attention to detail, results-oriented mentality and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) tool a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics SL a plus.
• Blackline account reconciliation and journal entry experience highly desired.
• Proven ability to establish and build relationships across an organization.
• Ability to work effectively and collaborate with associates at varying levels across the Company.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years corporate accounting experience.
• BS/BA/BBA (Accounting) with CPA preferred.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.