Senior Accountant in Phoenix, Arizona

Senior Accountant

Hybrid role in Phoenix - Join a growing, acquisition-driven company where you'll own key accounting activities, lead month-end reporting, & drive process improvements. Put your GAAP expertise & analytical mindset to work in a high-impact role.

Job Purpose:

Our Senior Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the company's operational and financial performance by managing key accounting processes, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and supporting efficient month-end close activities. This position partners with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal controls, improve financial processes, and provide timely insights that support business operations and decision-making.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accounting responsibilities related to many different areas of Corporate-level accounting, including, but not limited to, financial statement consolidation, joint ventures, variance analysis, equity earnings, business combinations, intercompany accounting, etc.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders.
• Participate in the month-end close process, including the preparation and/or review of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance explanations and other financial information and supporting schedules.
• Act as the subject matter expert for assigned areas of responsibility and interact with all levels of management regarding issues related to these specific areas.
• Research and document technical accounting guidance to support management positions, as needed.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify variances, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation, explanations, and support.
• Collaborate with key business partners and other stakeholders to gather information, resolve issues, and communicate financial information effectively.

Additional Responsibilities &

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of accounting functions and strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle and SAP GL) a plus.
• Must be a solid team player and demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment across functional areas.
• Reliable, flexible, and engaged, with a process improvement mindset.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Public accounting firm or publicly traded company experience is a plus.

Work Experience:

• 3-5 years of related job experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.
• Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

What We Offer:

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides Jan San, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers.