Job title:  Senior Accounting Analyst

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how. 

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

Senior Accounting Analyst

Charlotte, NC - hybrid

Summary of the role

The Senior Accountant is a critical member of the US Hydro team, supporting financial operations across controlling, manufacturing, and cross-functional departments including Accounting, Commercial Management, and HR. Reporting to the Manager of Financial Controlling, this role handles daily and monthly financial tasks, identifies and resolves issues in a dynamic environment, and ensures accurate reporting to both corporate and plant leadership.

Key qualifications include advanced Excel skills, strong adaptability with financial systems, and a solid understanding of project accounting. The role also involves monthly reconciliations, invoice processing, and training team members on tools like the timesheet system and Concur in small group or one-on-one settings.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role: 

• Processing AP invoices for the manufacturing facility.
• Conducting monthly sales & use tax assessments, updating annual property assets, and processing tax bills.
• Performing monthly manufacturing reconciliation of personnel hours, tracking, and posting manufacturing site work.
• Reporting manufacturing results to management monthly.
• Managing TimeControl for personnel hours, including weekly posting, monthly reconciliation, and reporting. Processing requested adjustments from the commercial management team upon approval, as well as training new personnel.
• Initial reviewer/approver of field service site purchases via credit card in Concur. Providing instruction on coding and corrections as well as monitoring policy compliance.
• Weekly posting of craft labor by project, and WBS, utilizing LMS site system. Troubleshooting with project team on incorrect or missing coding.
• Setting up and providing access to LMS for new personnel and managing access with new project additions.
• Creating or improving Excel solutions for various reporting, tracking, and forecasting processes, leveraging your expertise.
• Supporting external and internal audits. Maintaining well-documented files to present a clear audit trail.
• Supporting Financial Controlling in coordination with Commercial Management on various needs or improvements.
• Assisting Management with various ad hoc projects.

Do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. 

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or relevant experience
• 5-10 years relevant work experience in finance/accounting
• SAP experience a plus
• Strong computer skills, e.g. Excel expert.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-disciplined with the proven ability to prioritize work and manage multiple simultaneous activities
• Proficient in researching and interpreting internal and external accounting policies and regulations.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills with the ability to self-identify and propose effective solutions
• Must be assertive and highly proactive with the ability to adhere to strict reporting deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced Excel proficiency with a strong understanding of its functionalities and features to create dynamic reporting solutions.

What do we offer?

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Hybrid work model;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide 
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.