Senior Accountant

• A reputable and established South Bend, IN organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their finance and accounting team.
• This Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing the monthly close process, preparing financial statements, and ensuring accuracy across general ledger accounts.
• The company offers a collaborative environment, excellent stability, and approachable leadership that values accuracy, integrity, and teamwork.
• Ideal for a hands-on Senior Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys process improvement, mentoring others, and contributing to overall financial success.

• Stable Local Employer – Join a trusted South Bend company with a strong reputation for financial strength and employee longevity.
• Strategic Accounting Role – The Senior Accountant will support management with financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
• Leadership Exposure – Opportunity to collaborate directly with the Controller and CFO on special projects and audits.
• Professional Growth – Path for advancement into Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller as the company continues to expand.

• Manage and perform month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Review and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audit requests and help maintain internal controls.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and assist in workflow management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or pursuing CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing, distribution, or corporate accounting.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Quick Books, Net Suite, SAP, or similar).
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional communication and ability to collaborate across departments.

Location: Mishawaka , IN (Eastern Time Zone)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 annually

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