Senior Accounting Analyst

Libbey, Inc is the leading producer of glass tableware products in the Western Hemisphere and one of the largest glass tableware manufacturers in the world. It designs and markets an extensive line of high-quality glass tableware, ceramic dinnerware, metal flatware, hollowware and serveware items to a broad group of customers in the foodservice, retail, and business-to-business markets in over 100 countries.

The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely recording of transactions, account analyses and reconciliations within GAAP guidelines. He/she will have a role in the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and SEC filings.

* Perform monthly account analysis and reconciliation. * Coordinate monthly internal reporting and analysis packages, including interaction with the business unit finance teams to streamline processes and improve content. * Preparation of journal entries in support of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings. * Perform monthly analysis and US GAAP adjustments on various non-US locations. * Perform forecast, budget & prior year variance analyses on monthly balance sheets, income statements, and changes in financial position. * Preparation and distribution of monthly and/or quarterly reports for Corporate Controller, CFO and BOD. * Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements and footnotes in press releases and Form 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K filed with SEC. * Technical accounting research. * Assist in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budget. * Special Projects and other duties as assigned.

* Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field * Two to five years of experience in accounting, preferably in public accounting or with a multi-national company * Strong organizational, problem solving/analytical skills and attention to detail * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels management * Proficient with Microsoft Office products (including advanced knowledge of Excel), and the use of information systems; ability to learn/manipulate systems quickly * Ability to work cross functionally, independently and within a team environment, and to make well-reasoned and timely decisions * Perform well under pressure, manage multiple assignments and able to prioritize tasks * Self-motivated. Follow up on and take ownership of all outstanding issues on a timely basis * Commitment to strict deadlines * Experience in journal entry preparation, auditing and balance sheet reconciliation preferred * Experience with SEC reporting and/or XBRL is preferred, but not required