Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a growing manufacturing organization in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This on-site role will play a key part in supporting accurate financial reporting, managing cost and inventory accounting activities, and partnering with operational teams to improve business performance. The position offers strong exposure to leadership and the opportunity to contribute to planning, analysis, and process enhancements across finance and operations.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee product cost accounting activities, including maintaining standard costs and evaluating variances to explain manufacturing performance.

- Handle inventory-related accounting by reconciling balances, reviewing cycle count results, and recording needed valuation or quantity adjustments.

- Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial records.

- Prepare accounting entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations to support the integrity of the general ledger.

- Assist in producing monthly financial reports and preparing financial statements in accordance with company standards.

- Review operational and production data to uncover trends, highlight risks, and recommend opportunities to improve margins and control costs.

- Support budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts by providing reliable analysis and reporting.

- Maintain fixed asset schedules, track capital spending, and record depreciation accurately.

- Coordinate with audit teams by gathering documentation and helping address internal and external audit requests.

- Work with cross-functional partners to strengthen internal controls, improve accounting processes, and provide financial insight to support decision-making. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including work in a manufacturing environment.

- Strong background in cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial statement preparation.

- Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

- Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems; experience with Sage software is a plus.

- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and organize financial data effectively.

- Solid communication, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

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