Senior Accountant

Department: Accounting/Finance Job Setting: In Office Location: Morristown What is the opportunity? Reporting to the Controller, your Senior Accounting expertise will be utilized to prepare financial reports to track the organization s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Enjoy respect and recognition for your contributions as we continue to improve manufacturing capability and capacity! Experience autonomy and open dialogue with senior managers and make an immediate impact! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs standard cost accounting reviews of materials and finished goods. Assists with accurate inventory reporting. Assists in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements. Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations including bank accounts, inventories, fixed assets, and liabilities. Assists in providing outside auditors with requested information during the interim and annual financial audit process. Assist and make recommendations in evaluation of new processes, policies, and systems to determine relevance to and impact on the SOX program, including assessing design of controls based on identified risks. Assists in the set-up and execution of cycle counts and annual physical inventory. Product margin reporting and analysis. Performs other related duties as assigned. The above are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks, which are fundamental. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required. Three to five years of accounting experience in a manufacturing operation required. Skills and Abilities Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting. Assist and make recommendations in evaluation of new processes, policies, and systems to determine relevance to and impact on the SOX program, including assessing design of controls based on identified risks. Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Highly proficient with accounting software. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Working knowledge of ERP based financial systems; Infor XA experience a plus. Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorships). Physical Demands Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. #J-18808-Ljbffr