Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Accountant to manage and support the day-to-day accounting operations of a small, privately held manufacturing organization. This individual will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end close process, preparing financial reports, and overseeing accounts payable and receivable functions.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in full-cycle accounting, preferably within a small manufacturing environment, and is comfortable working independently as part of a lean accounting team. This position reports directly to the CFO and requires someone who is detail-oriented, organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing, preparing, posting, and adjusting journal entries.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and manage the month-end close process.
• Analyze account balances and transactions to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records.

Reconciliations

• Perform general ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile various balance sheet and financial accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies in a timely manner.

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices using a three-way matching process.
• Review and resolve vendor invoice and account discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and account information.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs.
• Analyze accounts payable balances and transactions.

Accounts Receivable

• Post cash receipts and apply electronic and paper checks to customer accounts.
• Reconcile credit card transactions.
• Research and resolve customer account discrepancies.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up with past-due customers.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze variances between budgeted, forecasted, and actual financial results.
• Provide financial information and support to management as needed.

Audit & Administrative Support

• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Provide accounting and administrative support for special projects.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the CFO and other departments to support financial operations and business objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and company information.
• Adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5–10 years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience.
• Strong full-cycle accounting experience, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience working for small to mid-sized privately held companies, ideally with annual revenues below $25–30 million.
• Background working in a lean accounting department with fewer than three accounting staff members.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Experience with MAS 90 and/or SAGE 100 is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Crystal Reports is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will have:

• A solid background in manufacturing accounting, with limited experience in public companies, nonprofit organizations, or service-based businesses.
• Experience managing accounting functions from beginning to end rather than specializing in only one area.
• A proven track record of working in small-company environments with limited accounting resources.
• A history of stable employment, ideally demonstrating three to five or more years of tenure with previous employers.
• The ability to be hands-on, take ownership of accounting responsibilities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
• Individual contributor position with no direct reports.