Terracycle 2

Accountant


PayCompetitive
LocationTrenton/New Jersey
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 3259253

      Description

      TerraCycle Overview

      TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse.


      Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public-facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.


      In 2019, TerraCycle introduced Loop - a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan.


      TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world's most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.


      Job Overview

      The Accountant position focuses on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of TerraCycle’s financial records and supporting the month-end close process. This position is responsible for various monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting requirements across multiple business segments within the organization. Key duties include preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, managing intercompany and foreign currency transactions, assisting with annual financial audits, managing cash transactions, recording purchase to pay transactions, and maintaining customer/vendor data in SAP Business One. The role also involves ad hoc tasks and reporting as directed by management.


      Primary Responsibilities

      • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including fixed assets, inventory, prepaids, accruals and bank reconciliations
      • Record transactions in the purchase to pay process including purchase orders, receiving reports, and A/P invoices
      • Review transactions and general ledger accounts for proper coding in accordance with US GAAP
      • Prepare intercompany transactions between domestic and foreign business segments
      • Create and maintain customer and vendor records within SAP Business One
      • Record and reconcile daily cash transactions
      • Prepare A/R aging reports and manage A/R collections
      • Prepare journal entries for month-end close
      • Assist with annual financial audits
      • Create routine operational and ad hoc reports as required
      • Perform additional requests, as assigned by management

      Requirements

      Desired Qualifications

      • 2+ years of experience in accounting or related field
      • Bachelors degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
      • Strong Excel skills
      • Working knowledge of general ledger software, SAP Business One a plus
      • Microsoft Office proficient
      • Solid analytical, mathematical, and research skills
      • Great interpersonal skills
      • Ability to work with offices in different geographic regions
      • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
      • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

      Compensation

      • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D insurance available after 30 days
      • 401(k) plan with company match available after 30 days
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • 22 PTO + 2 VTO + 9 paid holidays per year
      • Hybrid work schedule
      • Year-round Flex Fridays
      • Catered vegetarian lunch available in the office M-F
      • Casual office environment

      TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. Note: International candidates must be eligible to work in their country of employment. At this time TerraCycle does not provide for visa sponsorships.


      Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

  • About the company

      TerraCycle is a private U.S.-based recycling business headquartered in Trenton, New Jersey. It primarily runs a volunteer-based recycling platform to collect non-recyclable pre-consumer and post-consumer waste on behalf of corporate donors or municipalities to turn it into raw material to be used in new products.