Manufacturing Accountant

Company Overview

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is a global leader in lightweight manufacturing, dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Our commitment to employee empowerment and engagement ensures that every team member can achieve their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting to Controller, the incumbent is responsible for providing accounting services and support to the finance team, other departments, and the customer/supply base.

Responsibilities

• Accounting Functions: assist in maintaining Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable systems in Canada and other locations as required.
• Customer Service: assist with customer and vendor queries.
• Reporting: Maintain records on accounts receivable and accounts payable systems. Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting schedules. Provide reports and support for Audits, Budgeting, Legal and other issues. Perform monthly Variance Analysis.
• Receivables: timely submission of invoices to customers. Process customer payments as required. Payables: timely processing of supplier invoices. Assist with organizing supplier payment schedules.
• Communication: Liaison with all departments on invoicing discrepancies/issues. Create SOP for department tasks and cross-train with coworkers. Represent the Finance department in meetings with other departments, Upper Management and 3rd-party organizations.
• Other duties as required, including special projects as they arise.

Education, experience, skills

• Ability to cope with multiple priorities, set direction and achieve goals.
• Act independently, with a sense of urgency, and the confidence to handle a variety of challenges and fast paced environment.
• Good written and verbal communication, negotiation, computer, organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of accounting and mathematics procedures and regulations is an asset.
• Must have strong computer knowledge.

Why work for Meridian Lightweight Technologies?

At Meridian Lightweight Technologies, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of lightweight automotive manufacturing. We combine advanced technology, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver world-class solutions for leading automotive customers.

Our employees work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where their contributions matter, opportunities for growth are encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of our culture. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact while working with cutting-edge manufacturing processes, Meridian is the place to build your future.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) matching
• Sign on bonus up to $3,000
• Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee/ partner discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health + life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee incentive programs
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS.