Accounting Lead- Consolidations

Advanced Drainage Systems

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Accounting Lead
- Consolidations

Job :  |
Type: Regular Full-Time | # of Openings: 1 |
Location: US-OH-Hilliard |
Category: Finance

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

We are looking for candidates local to the Columbus Ohio area, interested in working at our brand-new headquarters! The position of Consolidation Lead Accountant will be responsible for various accounting, reporting, analysis, master data maintenance, and SOX compliance of the businesses, with an emphasis on intercompany accounting/reporting. This individual will work closely with the Ohio based corporate accounting team and the various business units across the ADS network.

This role will report directly to the Columbus, Ohio based Consolidation Accounting Manager.

• Maintain the Oracle FCCS consolidation system (chart of accounts, master data, consolidation jobs, etc.)
• Prepare monthly consolidation journal entries
• Perform various monthly account reconciliations, investigate intercompany out of balances, and review intercompany eliminations
• Maintain internal and external financial reports (consolidating EBITDA bridges, segment reporting, statement of cash flows, etc.)
• Collaborate across assorted business functions (finance, accounting, sales, operations, HR, etc.) providing insight and supporting various projects
• Support ongoing efforts focused on streamlining, improving, and automating processes
• Ensure SOX compliance by adhering to internal control requirements, maintaining updated documentation and providing recommendations as appropriate

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years practical work experience
• Oracle and/or FCCS experience preferred, but not required
• Strong technical skills including knowledge of GAAP
• Attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Ability to understand issues, demonstrate resourcefulness and pro-actively resolve problems and manage multiple projects in a timely manner
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills to research and resolve inquiries and respond in a timely manner
• Able to handle confidential information in a mature manner
• Solid organizational skills: task prioritization and effective time management
• Mid- to advanced PC skills using Outlook, Word, Excel (ability to perform pivots, V-lookups and other functions with Excel)

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Thank you for your interest in our company and this opportunity!