Sr. Accountant (External Reporting & Technical Accounting)

Position Summary

The Sr. Accountant (External Reporting & Technical Accounting) plays a key role in the preparation of SEC filings and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This position supports the external reporting process, performs technical accounting research, and assists in maintaining internal controls over financial reporting. The role partners cross-functionally to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting while contributing to process improvements and SOX compliance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to research and interpret complex accounting guidance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative mindset
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Strong ethical standards and integrity

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred)
• 3-6+ years of accounting experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting and industry
• Experience with SEC reporting and financial statement presentation
• Exposure to technical accounting research and memo writing

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally sit and talk or hear
• Close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

Transcat is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status. As required by United States law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), status as a protected veteran, or as a member of any other protected group or activity under federal, state, and local law. We will make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their position unless doing so poses an undue hardship to the company or a direct threat to health or safety.

Contingencies

• All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements, which include verification of identity and employment eligibility, and when applicable, a motor vehicle driving record report.