Senior Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Senior Accountant leads the general ledger accounting and month-end close and consolidation processes in a fast-paced and global corporate environment. Key accountabilities included preparing journal entries, reconciling monthly banking activity, fixed asset accounting, balance sheet reconciliations and audit support. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSExecute the month-end close and consolidation process accurately and in compliance with reporting schedulesCalculation, documentation, and recording of journal entries related to all aspects of the businessPrepare monthly reconciliations of bank statementsMaintain monthly reconciliation workbook for balance sheet accountsSupport internal and external audits to meet schedulesSupport AP, AR, Tax, and Revenue functions with accurate accounting supportSupport and mentor staff accountantsDrive the continuous improvement and utilization of existing financial systems and accounting processesPerform complex accounting analysis for non-routine transactions and account reconciliations KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESStrong analytical and organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work under pressure to meet deadlines and balance multiple prioritiesThorough understanding of US GAAP and ability to apply accounting principles in a fast-paced environment REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited universityCPA strongly preferred+3 years in full-cycle corporate accounting or public accounting audit experience with progressive responsibilityProven experience thriving in a changing and dynamic environmentExperience using Microsoft suite of products and commercial ERP systems PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of timeWork is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, lift and small carry parcels, packages and other itemsThe physical demands listed are intended to provide a general overview of what will be required in the role and are not an exhaustive list of requirements. Keelson remains compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will engage in the interactive process for all reasonable accommodation requests to successfully perform the duties of the position EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSWillingness to submit to pre-employment background check and drug screeningCompliance with Keelson Drug Free Workplace PoliciesAbility to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)Ability to travel to terminals as needed