Accountant III

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. 

  

Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation. 

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounts payable / receivables and inventory experience, a solid understanding of general accounting functions, and prior experience in a manufacturing environment. This individual must be a team player who can manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently
• Utilize banking and credit card processing platforms/affiliates to apply cash receipts to accounts receivable balances
• Assist with month-end financial closing activities. Including Inventory, other account reconciliations and journal entries
• Maintain and account for fixed assets, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation
• Set up and maintain ACH and wire payment instructions for vendors
• Prepare and file sales tax returns in a timely and accurate manner
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve accounting discrepancies
• Support the accounting department with additional ad hoc projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Significant hands-on experience with accounts payable processing
• Experience with cash application and accounts receivable reconciliation
• Experience assisting with month-end close processes
• Knowledge of inventory and fixed asset accounting
• Experience setting up ACH and wire payments
• Experience preparing and filing sales tax returns
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting software, with strong focus on MRP/ERP systems. Background in JD Edwards/MAPICS/NetSuite/SAP preferred.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting to optimize financial processes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred

Preferred Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Dependable and able to meet deadlines
• Flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Binghamton, New York is: $66,700-$91,675.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.

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Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

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Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.