Senior Accountant

Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support financial operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, general ledger management, cost accounting support, and internal control compliance. The Senior Accountant partners closely with operations, supply chain, HR, and plant leadership to ensure financial integrity and support strategic decision-making.

This is a high-visibility role that requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and comfort working in a manufacturing setting with tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Analyze financial statements and investigate variances
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of general ledger transactions
• Assist with financial reporting packages and plant performance metrics

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting Support

• Assist with inventory accounting and cycle count reconciliation
• Support standard costing, labor analysis, and overhead reporting
• Analyze manufacturing variances and operational spending trends
• Partner with operations leadership to improve cost visibility and control
• Support capital expenditure tracking and fixed asset accounting

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and SOX requirements
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and documentation
• Support AP/AR and payroll review processes as needed
• Identify and support process improvement opportunities within financial systems

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and forecasting activities
• Provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making
• Assist with labor reporting, overtime analysis, and workforce planning
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the facility

Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or CMA preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of accounting experience required
• Manufacturing or plant accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Excel skills required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

Preferred Experience

• Automotive or industrial manufacturing background
• Standard costing and inventory accounting experience
• Audit and compliance support experience
• Plant-based finance or operations support experience

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily office-based role with extended computer work
• Occasional movement throughout manufacturing/production areas
• Must be able to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, etc.)
• Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds (files, materials, equipment)
• Ability to communicate effectively in both office and plant environments