Senior Accountant

Company Description

Voted one of the "Best Places to Work in Maine" for the ninth year, we are looking for talented professionals to join our rapidly growing team. With our innovative Flow Cam technology and artificial intelligence platform, Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies is the global leader in flow imaging microscopy solutions for the Life Sciences industry. We make meaningful differences in the world by helping scientists develop new and safer pharmaceutical products, improve the quality of drinking water, and assist researchers in their understanding of marine and freshwater systems, among many other uses.

We offer a complete benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, maternity leave, and corporate wellness programs. Our company culture values work‑life balance and community, with team events throughout the year like barbecues on our outdoor patio, outings, and holiday parties. The beautiful rocky coast of Maine provides a backdrop to our scenic offices in Scarborough, with close‑by access to beaches, mountains, hiking, skiing, and the vibrant food and culture scene in nearby Portland.

Benefits of working onsite include easy access to running and biking trails, ideal for anyone who likes to exercise during the day.

Learn more about how you can contribute to the growth of a thriving Southern Maine company, and continue to build upon its 20+ year history while expanding the ever‑growing applications of flow imaging microscopy.

The Senior Accountant will support the Finance department by managing regular accounting tasks including accounts receivable, month‑end reporting, account reconciliations, and journal entries, while providing key FP&A support to drive financial performance.

This position reports to the CFO and is a key member of the Finance team. Due to the critical nature of this position, this individual needs to have a high degree of professionalism and maintain confidentiality.

Many traditional accounting tasks have been streamlined and automated, and we are looking for someone who is system‑savvy and will continue our path of process improvement.

Key competencies include being well‑versed in accounting principles, excellent analytical, organizational, and technical skills, to contribute to the overall operational efficiency. The person should have a strong command of MS Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot, filters, etc.), PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with Net Suite‑ERP and Salesforce‑CRM is preferred.

The company's products are used in over 60 countries and on every continent. The international business environment in which the company operates requires an individual with strong communication skills to work in a global and fast‑paced professional organization.

• Manage revenue accounting and reporting.
• Process customer invoices, perform dunning.
• Post journal entries, analyze accounting transactions to ensure proper classification.
• Act as a liaison for Corporate HQ reporting, ensuring all monthly and quarterly financial packages meet global standards and deadlines.
• Manage travel and expense reimbursements through the Expensify system, ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Serve as the designated back‑up for critical tasks, including Close Management, Payroll, VAT or Sales Tax during peak periods or absences.

• Partner with the CFO in FP&A and budgeting initiatives.
• Provide insightful reporting of financial results to senior leadership to drive decision‑making.
• Perform monthly variance analysis.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting; MBA or Professional Certification (CPA or equivalent) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a full‑cycle accounting role, preferably in a mid‑size business environment.
• Proficiency with Oracle/Net Suite ERP, Salesforce, Expensify, Square, MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written. Ability to 'tell the story' behind the numbers to management.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to…