Senior Accountant

The Sr Accountant plays a critical role in the company's financial operations by overseeing the full month-end close process and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This position prepares financial statements in accordance with GAAP, performs detailed flux and variance analysis, manages inventory accounting, and supports system integration initiatives, including ERP transitions and automation of accounting workflows. The role requires strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the capability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced corporate environment with significant opportunities for growth as the organization expands through acquisition.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and execute the full month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing account reconciliations.

+ Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal reporting standards.

+ Perform detailed flux and variance analysis to explain changes and trends in financial results and provide insights to stakeholders.

+ Manage inventory accounting, including posting adjustments, establishing and maintaining reserves, and reconciling inventory-related accounts.

+ Support system integration efforts, including ERP transitions and the automation of accounting workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy.

+ Collaborate closely with FP&A, Operations, IT, and other internal teams to ensure data integrity, process alignment, and consistent financial reporting.

+ Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting schedules, documentation, and responding to audit requests.

+ Help maintain, strengthen, and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to support a robust control environment.

+ Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff, sharing best practices and supporting their professional development.

+ Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives within the accounting function to enhance timeliness and quality of reporting.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a large corporate environment.

+ Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

+ Proven experience managing the full month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.

+ Demonstrated experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.

+ Hands-on experience with flux and variance analysis to explain financial results and trends.

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Experience with inventory accounting, including adjustments, reserves, and account reconciliations.

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Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Net Suite.

+ Experience in system integration projects and automation of accounting workflows.

+ Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ CPA certification preferred.

+ Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented corporate environment.

+ Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including FP&A, Operations, and IT.

+ Demonstrated ability to support internal and external audit processes.

+ Experience contributing to the design and improvement of internal controls and accounting policies.

+ Interest in mentoring and developing junior accounting staff.

+ Motivation to grow within an organization that is expanding through acquisitions and offers strong career development opportunities.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in a corporate environment that operates at a fast pace and is growing through acquisitions, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility. The role reports into the accounting leadership structure and works closely with teams such as FP&A, Operations, and IT, fostering a highly…