Senior Accountant
About the Role
PSS Cross Country Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead complex accounting activities, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and support month-end and year-end close processes. This role plays a key part in strengthening internal controls, improving accounting processes, and providing financial analysis that supports business decision-making in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager or Controller and collaborates closely with Finance, Operations, and business leaders across the organization.
What You'll Do
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account analyses, reconciliations, and financial statements
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and audit documentation
- Perform complex accounting analyses involving high-risk and sensitive financial areas
- Analyze historical financial data and investigate accounting variances
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain current knowledge of GAAP and ensure compliance across accounting operations
- Interpret contracts and evaluate accounting treatment for complex financial transactions
- Research and implement new accounting pronouncements and prepare technical accounting memorandums
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls to support financial reporting accuracy and compliance
- Serve as a backup resource for accounting systems and departmental processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial objectives
- Promote best practices, continuous improvement, and strong financial controls throughout the organization
What You Bring
- Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (e.g., Social Security card, passport, or other acceptable I-9 documents)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
- CPA certification preferred
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including at least two years in public accounting preferred
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Infor-CSD, Sage, Visual Lease, OneStream, or similar platforms
- Experience interpreting contracts and analyzing complex financial transactions
- Familiarity with implementing new accounting standards and preparing technical accounting memorandums
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based role with prolonged periods of sitting and computer work
- Time-sensitive reporting deadlines may require periodic overtime, particularly during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting periods
- Limited and infrequent travel may be required
- Occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required during peak reporting periods
Benefits
- PPO Medical & Dental Plans
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Basic Life & AD&D
- Voluntary Life & AD&D
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health & Dependent Care
- Generous 401(k) with Company Match
Why Work With Us
PSS Cross Country Infrastructure Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Company Statement PSS Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.