Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Akron – M-F
Salary: $70,000-$80,000

About the Company
Our client is a well-established organization focused on serving the local community through financial stewardship, operational excellence, and long-term strategic planning. This position offers the opportunity to step into a highly visible accounting leadership role with strong exposure to executive leadership, financial reporting, and operational decision-making. The organization values collaboration, accountability, and process improvement while offering long-term stability and meaningful work.

Position Overview
The Accounting Manager / Senior Accountant will oversee general ledger operations, financial reporting, month-end close, financial analysis, and audit coordination while supporting the organization’s overall financial health and operational effectiveness. This role will also provide leadership to accounting staff and serve as a key business partner to leadership across the organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out (Senior Accountant):
• High-visibility accounting leadership role with direct exposure to executive management
• Opportunity to oversee financial reporting, general ledger operations, audits, fixed assets, and financial analysis
• Ability to lead and mentor staff while helping improve processes and operational efficiency
• Stable organization offering long-term growth potential and meaningful impact within the community

Key Responsibilities (Senior Accountant):
• Lead monthly general ledger close processes, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, account analyses, and operational reporting for leadership review
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger system integrity
• Ensure accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements
• Coordinate annual audits and assist with year-end financial reporting and compliance processes

Qualifications (Senior Accountant):
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 4+ years of progressive accounting and general ledger experience preferred
• Advanced Excel and accounting systems experience preferred