Senior Accountant

Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of a manufacturing organization, including cost accounting, inventory analysis, and general ledger maintenance. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and provides insights into production costs and operational efficiency.

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account reconciliations
• Support and help drive monthly close process, including account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Perform cost accounting functions, including tracking and analyzing manufacturing costs (labor, materials, overhead)
• Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts, including cycle counts and variance analysis
• Analyze production variances and provide recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, especially related to manufacturing operations
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanations
• Prepare financial reports and management analysis
• Collaborate with operations and production teams to understand cost drivers
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3+ years of accounting experience (manufacturing experience preferred)
• Knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management principles
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis)
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations teams