Senior Accountant

Position Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for general ledger-related duties, cost accounting, and FP&A, providing financial insights and guidance to management. This role includes preparing journal entries, analyzing trends, and offering strategic recommendations to optimize resource utilization and budget assumptions. Reports to: Director of Finance or Regional Controller Job Status: • Full-Time • Salaried • Exempt Role Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries and departmental allocations; post to JD Edwards Enterprise One. • Perform daily banking activities, as assigned. • Identify and resolve issues with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory. • Conduct month-end and year-end closing processes. • Ensure accurate financial disclosure and reporting to management and external users, including census bureau and BEA reports. • Perform account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of the general ledger. • Provide financial information and schedules to external auditors during the annual financial audit. • Prepare tax-basis financial reports and schedules for the Tax Manager. • Perform and review variance accounting. • Lead the annual budget process for assigned companies according to the schedule. • Support and lead ad-hoc projects and financial analyses as needed. • Provide technical support and advice on management accounting. • Review and recommend improvements to accounting systems and procedures. • Participate in various Finance department duties as required. • Prepare cash flow reports and monitor cash needs. • Formulate KPIs and conduct special financial analyses. • Set up payments in banking online systems. • Process credit applications for new vendors. Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. • MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred. Experience / Skills / Abilities: • Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience. • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with multiple departments and stakeholders. • High level of organization, prioritization, and attention to detail. • Adaptability to changing organizational and operational needs. • Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal). • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Functions). • Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools (preferably JD Edwards Enterprise One). • Excellent analytical and communication skills. • Willingness to travel and work extended hours to meet deadlines for special projects. Job Expectations / Working Conditions: • Work in an office environment at a desk for extended periods using a computer. • Occasional travel may be required. • Overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines, especially during month-end and year-end closings. Direct Reports: • None