Accountant P2

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Accountant P2

KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Finance
Reports to: Assistant Controller, Management Accounting
Location: Grovetown, GA, USA
Shift: First

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant professional with experience in controlling to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and hands-on experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems to manage financial processes efficiently. This role will support financial decision-making by providing accurate financial insights, ensuring compliance, improving financial performance, and implementing of S4HANA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

Performs cost controlling and variance analysis to monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts

Utilizes SAP (FI/CO modules preferred) for financial transactions, reporting, and data analysis

Monitors cost centers, profit centers, and project costs to ensure accurate financial tracking

Assists with month-end and year-end closing processes

Supports internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and reports

Ensures compliance with IFRS and GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements

Supports budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in collaboration with finance leadership

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and operational efficiency

Supports SAP system improvements, reporting enhancements, and financial data integrity

Serves as a technical resource to the accounting staff, sharing knowledge and guidance without formal supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience (required)

4–6 years of experience in accounting or financial controlling

Hands-on experience with SAP (FI/CO modules preferred)/or other ERP system

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, and budgeting

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Key competencies include: financial analysis and reporting, cost controlling and variance analysis, SAP/ERP financial systems expertise, budgeting and forecasting, process improvement and internal controls, cross-functional collaboration

Experience (preferred)

Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA

Experience working in manufacturing, and corporate finance

Knowledge of ERP reporting tools or BI tools (Power BI, BI, etc.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Primarily desk-type duty

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.