Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Job Location s: US-MO-Saint Louis; US-CA-Irvine.

Requisition :  Position Type:
Full Time. Category:
Professional.

Salary: $67,000–$84,000 per year.

The Senior Accountant applies advanced accounting knowledge to manage assigned accounting areas, lead components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and support financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies. This role partners cross functionally, supports internal and external audits, and contributes to continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of a global public company.

Job will remain open until filled.

• Lead and execute assigned aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entry preparation, review, posting, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Perform detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and analyses while proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Partner with finance, operations, and other cross functional teams to support business activities and resolve accounting matters.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and explaining accounting conclusions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiency while supporting system enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Assist with interpretation and application of accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to staff accountants as appropriate.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree.
• Experience:
  
  4–6 years in a relevant field.
• Travel requirement:
  No travel.

• Direct Reports:
  None.
• Indirect Reports:
  May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction, and mentoring to indirect reports.

• Experience working in a SOX compliant environment.
• Ability to meet close and reporting deadlines with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Advanced spreadsheet proficiency and experience with enterprise accounting or close management systems.
• Adaptability and comfort operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Strong accounting judgment with a results‑oriented and continuous improvement mindset.

Office / Sedentary. Must be able to sit for extended periods (66%+ each day), hear telephone, enter data on a computer, and may need to lift up to 10 pounds.

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law.

As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.