Senior Accountant

About the role

Teton Ridge is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team. This role will manage month-end and year-end close processes, prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations, and support the preparation of accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting - Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Compliance - Ensure adherence to all relevant accounting standards and regulations under the guidance of the Accounting Manager.
• Internal Controls - Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
• Audit Management - Support the audit process.
• Cost Management - Monitor and manage operational costs to optimize profitability.
• Stakeholder Communication - Collaborate with other departments, including sales, operations, and senior management, to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and its practical application to month-end and year-end close processes.
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks and how to apply them effectively in a lean, resource-constrained environment.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and ERP/general ledger software, with openness to leveraging AI tools and automation as a complement to core accounting judgment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, variances, and discrepancies in financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information across business units and stakeholders.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across shifting priorities.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and take ownership of tasks with minimal oversight.
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and adjusting quickly as priorities and business needs evolve.
• Able to shift smoothly between competing priorities and business units while maintaining accuracy and quality of work.
• Self-starter mindset with a desire to leave a personal mark on how the team's processes and reporting are structured.

Qualifications

• Either a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards certification (or equivalent).
• 3-5 years accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.