About us:

Since 1987, Buffalo Tungsten has been a leading independent manufacturer and global supplier of high purity tungsten powder. We have a strong commitment to quality assurance, competitive pricing, and short lead times. Because of our rigorous quality assurance system, the powders we produce meet the highest standards of purity and consistency. We have over three decades of experience and maintain a sole focus on producing powdered tungsten materials through a hydrogen reduction process. We have supplied customers in over 40 countries throughout the world. In addition to pure tungsten powder, we also produce tungsten carbide powder and tungsten carbide based thermal spray powders. Buffalo Tungsten was acquired in 2023 by the Sandvik group and organizationally belongs to the Powder Solutions division within business area Sandvik Machining Solutions.  Customer Focus, Innovation, Fair Play, and Passion to Win are our values that build the foundation of our company.

About the role:

Buffalo Tungsten, recently acquired by the Sandvik group, is seeking an Accounting Professional to support our powder production business.  The Accounting Professional will provide efficient handling of the general accounting activities, as well ensuring compliance with IFRS, local legislation and Sandvik group processes & regulations in the general accounting area. This position will support the local finance team as well as the Powder Solutions Business and Financial Controlling team in Austria. In addition to the finance and accounting responsibility, the Accounting Professional will also be responsible for general back-office administration and operational duties which support the daily operations of our business.

This role will be based at our site in Buffalo (Depew), New York with the opportunity for the role to be hybrid.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and capital expenditure schedules.
• Support month end close process including reporting and ensuring accounting is in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP.
• Support monthly performance review process, risk management, and follow up of selected key performance indicators (KPI).
• Support regular budgeting, planning, forecasting processes according to Sandvik group procedures.
• Support cost center controlling and asset management.
• Processes invoices, reimbursement requests, transfers of funding for internal partners and non-payroll payments to individuals, vendors, suppliers, and other entities as required.
• Conducts a thorough review of transactions across all payment types (ACH, wire transfers, checks, and cards) ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepares various aging and business metrics reports to review invoices and payment status.
• Support ad-hoc Finance/Accounting related projects/initiatives.
• General office administration such as ordering of office supplies, greeting visitors, data entry into corporate HR systems & supporting associates with basic questions related to payroll and benefits.
• Other related work as needed.

Your background and profile:

While your background is essential, your personality is even more important for us!

We’re looking for someone with a background from a similar role in finance, preferably with experience within a larger listed company in a global matrix environment.

• Minimum of 3 year’s accounting experience in a similar position. Qualified Chartered Accountant (CPA preferred).
• Good knowledge of local accounting legislations and practices.
• Possess an excellent understanding of financial processes, reporting and accounting.
• Proficient in use of Windows/Microsoft Office 365 and other Microsoft applications.
• Experience with ERP Systems (Sage and/or SAP preferred).
• Analytical, meticulous, self-motivated, resourceful, reliable.
• You have a passion for digitalization and use of new technologies and techniques.
• We act in global context which calls for fluency in English (written and spoken).

Your personality truly makes the difference!

• You are a truly self-motivated individual with a lot of initiative, courage, integrity, possessing a business minded and results oriented attitude.
• You can work under pressure and multi-task in a matrix organization with many stakeholders.
• You always stay updated and thrive when you learn new things.
• You show a high commitment to the company’s vision, values, and mission.
• Collaboration and stakeholder management are your success factors.
• You’re a team player with a curious mindset and you have a focus on business believing that the best solutions emerge when collaborating with others.

Benefits:

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with core contribution and match
• Paid family leave
• Opportunities for professional competence development and training
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.