Senior Accountant

We are a leading manufacturing organization committed to delivering performance-driven solutions tailored to customer needs. By combining strong manufacturing operations with robust logistics capabilities, we support operational excellence and promote sustainable, long-term growth for our partners.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team, responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company's financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and providing accurate financial reporting to management. This role requires deep technical accounting knowledge and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic manufacturing environment where cost management, inventory control, and regulatory compliance are essential.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
  • Prepare, review, and post journal entries including accruals, deferrals, and reclassifications.
  • Perform and document account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, resolving variances promptly.
  • Maintain fixed asset subledger including additions, disposals, depreciation schedules, and impairment reviews.
  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
  • Support cost accounting functions including standard costing, variance analysis, and overhead allocation.
  • Partner with plant operations to analyze production costs, material usage, and yield efficiency.
  • Maintain and reconcile raw material, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods inventory accounts.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of product cost standards and bill-of-materials cost reviews.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare accurate monthly financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
  • Develop and present variance analyses comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior periods.
  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making by management.
  • Support the preparation of board-level and investor financial reporting packages.
• Compliance, Audit & Controls
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal accounting policies, and applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Support external audits by preparing work papers, schedules, and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Identify, document, and help strengthen internal controls across financial processes.
  • Assist with tax compliance activities.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Contribute to the annual budget process by compiling departmental inputs, validating cost assumptions, and building financial models.
  • Support rolling forecasting activities, identifying risks and opportunities relative to plan.
  • Track capital expenditures against budget and maintain project cost reporting schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and standard accounting principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings clearly.
• Proven attention to detail, organizational ability, and commitment to meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation (active or eligible).
• Public accounting experience.
• Experience in manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with cost accounting.
• Experience supporting external audits and working with public accounting firms.