Accountant - Contract Position

About the position

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets. We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them. The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. Key Figures: Revenue £1,114.7m (2023), ~8,500 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Responsibilities

• Creating accounting entries in the company's registers and journals
• Supporting the accounts payable and receivable process
• Assisting with monthly or quarterly close processes
• Maintaining general ledger and balance sheet accounts
• Ensuring all financial data aligns with GAAP
• Collaborating with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits
• Analyzing financial data to support financial reporting accuracy
• Assisting with budget, forecasting process
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal EHS regulations and with Morgan Hudson, NH EHS Guidelines

Requirements

• Similar experience as a Staff Accountant or relevant role in accounting
• Proficient with Excel and other Microsoft office tools
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills
• Familiarity with ERP, D365, SAP BPM or other accounting software
• Business Degree with concentration in Finance / Accounting
• Manufacturing experience and cost accounting experience is a plus
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments of the Company