Sr. Accountant - US Buying Group

Overview

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing complex accounting activities, financial reporting, loan portfolio accounting, financial analysis, and business partnering functions while serving as a key subject matter expert for General Ledger processes and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (DFO).

This role combines technical accounting expertise with financial analysis and portfolio management responsibilities to support management decision-making, financial reporting, risk management, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance. The position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while providing meaningful business insights to Finance leadership and executive management.

This is a hybrid position. Must be able to work Tuesday/Thursday at our Somerset, NJ location.

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Review, analyze, and reconcile complex general ledger accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries to support accurate and timely month-end close activities.
• Develop expertise in key business processes and related accounting impacts.
• Support financial analysis and provide recommendations to support business decisions.
• Prepare and present financial results, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
• Analyze trends, risks, opportunities, and key business performance metrics.
• Maintain ownership of loan portfolio accounting, reporting, and related financial processes.
• Review loan portfolio performance, customer exposure, reserve adequacy, and credit risk indicators.
• Prepare portfolio reporting, reserve calculations, exposure analyses, and executive commentary.
• Evaluate financial risks and provide recommendations related to customer financing programs and portfolio performance.
• Lead recurring cross-functional meetings with Finance, Legal, Sales, and business partners regarding portfolio performance and risk management.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and reporting enhancement initiatives.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems, reporting tools, and procedures.
• Support ERP implementation, optimization, and expansion initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and support audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to accounting team members.
• Perform special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3-5 years working in the Accounting field
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially excel)
• Strong understanding of the relationship between income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Strong result orientation, pro-activity, self-motivated and ownership
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • Commitment to continuous self, team, and process improvement

• What we have to offer:

  • Medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits
  • 24/7 virtual medical care
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Supplemental insurance for yourself, your