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.POSITION SUMMARY: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 periodReconciles various accounts related to areas of responsibilityParticipates in monthly forecasting, reporting and the annual budgetManages accruals related to the company's variable compensation programsAnalyzes and reports on intercompany transactions to ensure booking consistent with company policyAssists with Corporate cash management, taxes, insurance and leasesReviews and automates financial systems and processesAssists with periodic external audits as requiredOther tasks as requestedINTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS:The Senior Accountant will work with Lectra employees and executives.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Strong interpersonal and communication skillsComputer literate to include Microsoft Environment: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and especially strong skills in ExcelKnowledge of large ERP system (SAP a plus)Analytical with strong attention to detailResults oriented with a sense of urgencyAbility to communicate and work within multiple levels of managementWorks well independently and with a teamAbility to work in a multi-cultural environmentEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, master's degree or CPA is a plusAt 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 StatesThe position requires three days a week in the company office in Tolland.Lectra is an equal opportunity employerThis 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.
