Senior Accountant - Manufacturing

Senior Accountant

Beyond Talent Edge has an immediate need for an experienced Accounting professional to join our client—an exciting photonics start‑up in Rochester, NY. This position offers a growth opportunity within the company’s trajectory.

As the Senior Accountant you will support the financial operations, month‑end close, payroll activities and benefits administration. Do you enjoy hands‑on accounting in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and want to grow with a technology‑driven company? If so, Apply Today! Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2×.

$65,000 – $85,000 per year

• Lead monthly and annual close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts; reconcile bank accounts.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit card/expense report audits.
• Manage biweekly payroll processing; review wages, deductions, and benefit changes.
• Coordinate employee benefits updates, open enrollment tasks, and payroll liability reconciliations.
• Prepare sales tax filings and support fixed asset and prepaid schedules.
• Assist with financial reporting, budgeting support, and audit preparation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong Excel and ERP skills (Microsoft NAV or similar).
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Paycor) and benefits administration preferred.
• Strong accuracy, organization, and ability to manage tight deadlines.
• CPA or CMA a plus.

• Days – Monday‑Friday
• In Office
• $65,000 – $80,000
• Reporting to Controller

Beyond Talent Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Beyond Talent Edge to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy‑related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non‑job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Accounting and Manufacturing

Location:

Rochester, NY