Senior Accountant

Description

Monday – Friday

Location:

Ocala, FL

• As a team member at Fidelity Manufacturing, you'll enjoy:
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Sick Time
• Career advancement and bonus opportunities
• Fun Events!
• Paid vacation days
• 401K
• Learning and Development
• Profit Sharing

Fidelity Manufacturing, a growing $150 million manufacturing company located in Ocala, Florida, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Company's financial records and reporting while supporting the organization's financial operations. The Senior Accountant will perform a broad range of financial accounting responsibilities, including month-end and year-end closing, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, journal entries, fixed asset accounting, financial analysis, and maintaining effective internal controls.

The successful candidate will work closely with leadership and cross-functional departments to provide timely financial information that supports sound business decisions and organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build relationships across departments
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and month-end close processes
• Experience working with ERP accounting systems in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS,and financial reporting

• CPA certification is a plus
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or active pursuit of certification

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity, researching and resolving variances.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports for management.
• Support annual financial statement audits and external audit requests.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal control procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with operations and other departments to support financial reporting needs.
• Assist in developing and documenting accounting policies and procedures.
• Support special projects and financial analyses as assigned by the Controller or Chief Financial Officer.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and company records.
• Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory changes affecting financial reporting

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA certification is a plus.

• 5–7 years of progressive financial accounting experience.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and month-end close processes.
• Experience working with ERP accounting systems in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and financial…