Senior Accountant II, AI & Digital Transformation

Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Job Description

As a Senior Accountant II, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial reporting. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented accounting professional with broad accounting expertise, strong systems and process knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving global environment. This role requires a collaborative team player who is eager to contribute across multiple accounting functions while continuously improving processes and supporting organizational growth. You will serve as a digital transformation champion within the Finance organization by leveraging Microsoft 365, AI, automation, and data analytics tools to improve efficiency, controls, reporting quality, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of monthly financial reporting and close activities.
• Prepare and post daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries.
• Prepare, review, and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Review and analyze profit and loss accounts, identifying transactions requiring reclassification to the balance sheet.
• Record, classify, and summarize financial transactions in accordance with IFRS and company accounting policies.
• Support the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Perform financial analysis, develop reporting schedules, and validate data accuracy through advanced spreadsheet modeling.
• Conduct actual-to-budget and variance analyses, providing meaningful insights to management.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Process accounts payable transactions related to intercompany activity.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Participate in special projects, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional accounting assignments.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and other business partners to support organizational objectives.

• Use Microsoft 365, AI tools, and automation capabilities to improve data quality, reduce manual effort, strengthen controls, and accelerate decision-making.
• Lead the identification and implementation of AI-enabled improvements across financial close, reconciliations, reporting, analysis, and recurring accounting workflows.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Senior Accounting Manager or Senior Director of Finance.

Compensation Range:  $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 annually. 
The posted salary range reflects the compensation the company reasonably expects to offer for this position. Actual compensation will not be less than the posted minimum and will be based on multiple factors.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field. Candidates with non-accounting degrees must demonstrate significant professional accounting experience and proficiency in financial reporting, accounting operations, and accounting principles.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with Percentage of Completion (PoC) and project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
• Experience working with international exchange rates and secured funds transactions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling.
• Ability to work across multiple accounting functions and support team members as business needs evolve.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with global teams.
• Positive, professional, and proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 and productivity tools including Power BI, Power Query, and Power Automate.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools (Copilot) and emerging technologies to improve workflows, enhance decision-making, and drive greater efficiency within the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of both GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
• Experience with SAP Business One (SAP B1)
• Proven ability to support accelerated or streamlined month-end close processes.
• Experience within warehousing, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or bulk material handling industries.

Commitment Required: Able to set and meet goals; sincere care for others; overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team.

Additional Information

BEUMER is an innovative company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of benefits we currently offer full-time employees. 

• Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
• Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Yes, we cover that too!
• Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.                       
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
• Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
• Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.

BEUMER is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), veteran status, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status, civil union status, domestic partner status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all aspects of employment. This commitment applies to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

By accepting an offer of employment with BEUMER, the employee agrees to abide by all policies and practices that promote a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, and acknowledges BEUMER’S commitment to diversity and inclusion. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.