- Location
- Costa Rica - Heredia
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description:
Accountant
Huntsman is seeking an Accountant supporting the Finance Division located in Costa Rica. This position will report to the Accounting Manager.
Job Scope
The Accountant supports the financial accounting function for Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) and is responsible for a wide range of general ledger and accounting activities. This role contributes to monthly close processes, financial reconciliations, audit support, SOX compliance, inventory accounting, and financial analysis while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
In summary, as the Accountant, you will:
- Support monthly financial close activities, including journal entries, variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
- Prepare and review monthly and quarterly journal entries, including accruals, inventory adjustments, FX revaluations, prepaid schedules, PPV, and overhead analysis.
- Perform inventory reconciliations, material costing activities, and related gain/loss postings.
- Support inventory audits and review obsolete inventory reserves.
- Assist with financial statement reviews and actual versus budget analysis.
- Support quarterly and annual audit requirements, including preparation of audit schedules and PBC requests.
- Maintain compliance with SOX and internal control requirements.
- Develop, automate, and improve accounting reports and processes.
- Provide analytical support to cross-functional business partners.
- Ensure the timely completion of accounting deliverables and assigned projects.
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.
All candidates are expected to work at our office in AFZ, Heredia on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that there may be occasions where additional office days are required, due specific business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2+ years of accounting experience in general ledger, financial reporting, reconciliations, or related accounting functions.
- Knowledge of US GAAP and accounting principles.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work standards.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing business priorities and processes.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based applications.
- Demonstrated learning agility and willingness to adapt to new systems and technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- SAP Business One experience.
- Experience supporting inventory accounting and costing activities.
- Experience supporting SOX compliance and audit requirements.
- Experience with process automation and reporting improvements.
Working Environment
Work is primarily performed in an office or shared services environment.
- Requires working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines, particularly during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
- Frequent collaboration with accounting, finance, audit, and cross-functional business teams.
- Requires prolonged use of computers and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel functionality.
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated.
Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers. We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview. Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubicon, please visit our Careers website at http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers.
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