Lectra develops premium solutions that give fashion, automotive and furniture companies the means to embark on Industry 4.0 with confidence. We empower brands, manufacturers and retailers, providing them with the market respect and peace of mind they deserve. Lectra offers Collection Design, Manufacturing and Management solutions (CAD, CAM, PLM, PIM, DAM), Cutting Room solutions and Competitive Intelligence solutions. Founded in 1973, today Lectra has more than 30 subsidiaries across the globe, serving customers in over 100 countries.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant at our facility in Tolland CT.

POSITIONSUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant will be part of a Corporate Finance team in charge of the reliability of balances and activity in the company's general ledger and management of cash, taxes, insurance, and leases. The position will report to the Controller.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres and actively contributes to a strict close period

• Reconciles various accounts related to areas of responsibility

• Participates in monthly forecasting, reporting and the annual budget

• Manages accruals related to the company's variable compensation programs

• Analyzes and reports on intercompany transactions to ensure booking consistent with company policy

• Assists with Corporate cash management, taxes, insurance and leases

• Reviews and automates financial systems and processes

• Assists with periodic external audits as required

• Other tasks as requested

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS:

The Senior Accountant will work with Lectra employees and executives.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Computer literate to include Microsoft Environment: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and especially strong skills in Excel

• Knowledge of large ERP system (SAP a plus)

• Analytical with strong attention to detail

• Results oriented with a sense of urgency

• Ability to communicate and work within multiple levels of management

• Works well independently and with a team

• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, master's degree or CPA is a plus

• At least 5 years of accounting experience including budget and forecasting, accruals, reconciliations, general knowledge of payroll/benefit accounting, and intercompany reconciliations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit and type at computer station for long periods of time.

TRAVEL/OTHER:

• The position is based in Tolland, CT United States

• The position requires three days a week in the company office in Tolland.

Lectra is an equal opportunity employer

This position description is merely intended to describe the primary elements of the position. Lectra reserves the right to change the position description and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as necessary. This position description does not constitute an employment contract of any kind.