Senior Accountant

Teknor Apex Company, founded in 1924 by Alfred Fain, began as a small Rhode Island tire store and has grown into an international custom compound manufacturer with operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, China, and nine U.S. locations. The company remains privately held, driven by family leadership that fosters deep employee and customer relationships.

Teknor Apex seeks a Senior Accountant to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the organization’s financial reporting. The role requires leadership, technical accounting expertise, and a collaborative approach to process improvement.

• Oversee complex bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain GAAP compliance by ensuring the accuracy and completeness of assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, with ownership of high‑complexity areas such as consolidations, intercompany eliminations, revenue recognition, and fringe benefits.
• Coordinate and execute month‑end and year‑end close processes, meeting established reporting timelines.
• Prepare and distribute management financial reports and financial statements, including detailed commentary and required disclosures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls in accordance with corporate policies, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with functional leaders to support accurate financial reporting and provide guidance on the accounting treatment of non‑recurring and complex transactions.
• Collaborate closely with external auditors, preparing audit schedules, providing supporting documentation, and addressing audit inquiries in a timely manner.
• Support the development of Staff Accountants through training, review, and approval of analyses, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Prepare and ensure timely filing of census, statutory, and regulatory reports in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Lead or participate in projects related to accounting updates, including the adoption of new GAAP standards and changes to accounting policies, processes, and procedures.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and lead process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and special projects impacting compliance, efficiency, and financial reporting accuracy.
• Travel to plant locations is expected up to 10%.

• Minimum four years of general accounting experience, with advanced proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, financial reporting, and business intelligence tools.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and, increasingly, IFRS, with the ability to correctly apply measurement and reporting guidance.
• High degree of analytical ability and inductive thinking to support new or more technically complex problems.
• Ability to exercise substantial judgment and work with limited supervision.
• Leadership, analytical strength, cross‑functional communication, and the ability to manage complex tasks and drive improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; an MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting is desirable.
• Public accounting or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• CMA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Teknor Apex is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex. This description is a summary of principal responsibilities and is not intended to include all duties that may be assigned.