Lead Accountant

Fortune 500 Industry leader is looking for a Lead Accountant to serve as a senior member of the accounting team, overseeing key accounting functions, leading month-end close activities, reviewing work prepared by staff accountants, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role acts as a technical accounting resource, helps improve processes, and serves as a mentor to junior accounting staff.

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Review work performed by Staff Accountants and provide guidance and training
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
• Coordinate external audits and support tax compliance activities
• Maintain and improve accounting processes, procedures, and controls
• Manage fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other key balance sheet accounts
• Partner with operational leaders and department managers to provide financial insight and support
• Assist with ERP implementations, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skill
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tool
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skill
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadline
• Strong communication and leadership abilities

• CPA certification or CPA candidate preferred
• Prior experience reviewing staff work or leading projects
• Manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, construction, or service industry experience depending on company needs