Senior Accountant

This position is responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.

Essential Functions

Compile and analyze financial information to assist in preparation of financial statements, including monthly, quarterly and annual calculations and account reconciliationsMake certain all financial reporting deadlines are metPrepare financial management reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trendsCollect and analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problemsVerify support schedules to general ledger control accounts. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and review sales, cost of goods sold, and expense accounts for accuracy and make corrections as neededCompile and post monthly journal entriesAssist outside insurance, government & accounting auditorsSubstantiate financial transactions and reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information and supporting documentsAnswer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulationsAssist in ad hoc analysisWork on special projects as needed

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience5-10 years overall experience preferredCPA strongly preferredExperience in balance sheet account reconciliations requiredExperience with journal entries and month-end close requiredExperience working with intercompany transactions preferredExperience assisting with annual external audit preferredExperience working in a corporate accounting environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems, preferably in a manufacturing/distribution environmentKnowledge and experience in accounting and financial disciplinesAdvanced level MS Excel userOverall proficiency in MS officeAbility to work in multiple ERP systemsWell organized with strong analytical and reasoning abilitiesAttention to detail required, must be a self-starter and have the ability to multi-taskExcellent interpersonal and communication skills

Physical DemandsThis is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing may be required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.