Accountant

Company Overview:

Flowchem is a leading supplier of Drag Reducing Agents (DRA) which optimize pipeline flow, increase throughput capacity and maximize overall profitability of pipeline operations. Flowchem provides flow consultation and turnkey solutions for pipeline applications worldwide.

About the Role

The Accountant plays a key role in supporting accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance with internal controls (including SOX), and contributing to the ongoing improvement of accounting processes across the business. This position is responsible for preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, conducting variance analysis, and supporting the documentation of internal controls. The role requires strong technical accounting skills, a high degree of accuracy, and the ability to collaborate across departments and with internal and external audit teams. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic environment influenced by organic growth and M&A activity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accurate journal entries in accordance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.


• Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger accounts.


• Conduct detailed variance analysis, identifying and explaining key drivers and unusual trends.


• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.


• Support documentation, testing, and execution of internal controls in a SOX-compliant environment.


• Collaborate with Internal Audit and External Audit teams to provide timely and accurate support during audits.


• Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of accounting processes and financial controls.


• Participate in integration and process alignment efforts related to M&A activity and system enhancements.


• Provide support for budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.


• Maintain organized records and workpapers that support audit readiness and reporting compliance.


• Assist with ad hoc analysis and reporting requests from Finance or Leadership.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting or a related discipline required.


• Advanced Degree in related area, CPA or equivalent experience helpful.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.


• Prior experience in a SOX-compliant organization is strongly preferred.


• Exposure to financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controls is essential.


• Industry experience in manufacturing, oil & gas, or chemicals is a plus.


• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or D365; experience with Blackline and Avalara is an asset.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• CPA license preferred but not required.

Skills and Abilities / Core Proficiencies

All Company Core Proficiencies as well as the following job specific competencies: 

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP.


• Proven ability to analyze and interpret financial data with attention to detail.


• Familiarity with internal controls, audit processes, and SOX compliance requirements.


• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment, particularly in periods of growth and acquisition.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain financial data clearly.


• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.


• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate across functions and levels.


• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement of accounting processes and systems.


• Understands internal controls and maintains compliance with accounting policies and standards


• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; able to create and manage complex spreadsheets

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Conditions

This employee generally works in an office environment, away from extremes of cold or heat. Limited to no exposure to noise and vibrations other than normal daily office sounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee should not have regular exposure to fumes, odors, toxic conditions, dust or poor ventilation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Flowchem and affiliates not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 

Disclaimer
The preceding job description is intended to provide information on the general nature and level of work to be performed by this position. It is not intended to be a detailed description of the job or be interpreted as a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. At times employees are expected to perform other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this position.