Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Since 1948, Follett Products, LLC, has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high-quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the food service and healthcare industries.

Follett currently has an opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our team!

Follett's benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; retirement plan with company match, bonus opportunity, and much more.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the timeliness, accuracy, and integrity of the Company's financial records and reporting within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining strong financial controls, leading key aspects of the close process, and supporting compliance with US GAAP and internal policies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and experienced in managing complex accounting processes while partnering cross-functionally to support operational and financial objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain ownership of balance sheet accounts, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Strengthen and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and US GAAP.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Support processes related to inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing variances.
• Ensure accurate accounting for standard costs, overhead allocations, and inventory valuation.
• Maintain company fixed asset records in compliance with company policies, fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Support financial statement preparation, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and FP&A to ensure proper financial treatment of transactions and initiatives.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce cycle times in accounting processes.
• Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and data integrity initiatives impacting financial reporting.
• Mentor and review work of junior accounting staff, providing guidance and technical support.
• Ensure adherence to tight deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education:

Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting-related field preferred.

Experience:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong proficiency in Excel.

Competent math & computational skills.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Office environment – temperature controlled.

Extended periods of sitting, occasional standing and walking.

Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Regular use of hands and fingers to type on keyboard, operate computer mouse, use of telephone and various office equipment.

Extended periods of viewing computer monitor.

Noise level in work environment: low to moderate.

If you meet the position's qualifications and are looking for an exciting and challenging career with growth opportunities, then Follett is the place for you. Follett Products, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.