• Job Description

  Req#: 26598
  Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
  To strengthen our team in Ann Arbor,
  we are looking for you as a(n) Treasury Accountant.
  Purpose
  The Treasury Accountant is responsible for all banking activity and banking software administration for Wacker Chemical (WCC) and Wacker Polysilicon North America (WPNA) including the processing of daily incoming and outgoing transactions within the banking system and reconciling these to the general ledger in SAP. As the primary point of contact with Group headquarters in Munich the Accountant will lead the successful consolidation of local quarterly and annual financial results into Wacker's Financial Accounting International Reports (FAIRS) application, and lead completion of all tasks for monthly inter company payments with other Wacker affiliates along with the preparation of the monthly cashflow forecast and payments to external Private Placement bondholders. Liaising with other Wacker departments and external auditors is a key aspect of this position.
  Essential Functions
  • Lead accountant for the maintenance and operation of the software utilized to process banking activity including lockbox in SAP (ELKO). Transfer daily bank activity into SAP.
  • Download prior day bank activity and same-day lockbox activity and upload into SAP liaising with Credit, Accounts Payable and General Ledger to ensure all transactions are correctly accounted for and resolving any issues in a timely manner.
  • Process incoming checks for bank deposit. Set up and monitor periodic payment runs and update daily cash schedules.
  • Prepare monthly cashflow forecast for WCC and WPNA, and arrange periodic correspondence and payments to external Private Placement bondholders.
  • Complete month end close activities, including posting journal entries, closing the sub-ledgers and the accounting period. Perform reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts. Ensure all transactions are properly recorded.
  • Complete quarterly and annual activities for WCC and WPNA including preparation of specific schedules for external auditors and consolidate financial results into the Financial Accounting International Reporting system (FAIRs). Support external audit as needed.
  • Perform analytical review of general ledger activity for accuracy and reasonableness, resolving differences.
  • Prepare and monitor monthly rebills to and from other affiliates and agreeing inter company balances.
  • Work with Risk Manager to prepare and maintain annual allocations for insurance.
  Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Minimum of 5 years of position related experience
  • CPA preferred but not required
  • Travel 0 to 5%
  • Competent with on-line banking systems including processing incoming & outgoing payments
  • Ability to distinguish accounting for business transactions under IFRS vs. US GAAP
  • High level of experience in SAP or equivalent MRP system
  • Proficient in Excel and Word
  • Strong team player and ability to work independently
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  What do we offer?
  WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.
  WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
  • Compensation and Incentive plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing fund
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Support for Community Involvement
  We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
  Reference Code: 26598
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  The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
  A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).
  WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

• About the company

  Wacker Chemie AG – an international chemical company for highly developed specialty chemicals

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