Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantLocation: South El Monte, US, 91733 Company: VACCO Industries Pay Range: $95,810.00 - $126,795.50SUMMARY: The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the company's accounting and financial reporting activities while serving as the primary Finance resource for SAP S/4HANA. This role manages the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, prepares journal entries and account reconciliations, analyzes financial results, and helps ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The position also works closely with IT and business partners to support and improve SAP Finance processes, implement system enhancements, develop financial reporting, identify opportunities to automate manual processes, and provide guidance and support to Finance users. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience, and the ability to solve problems, improve processes, and work effectively across teams.Financial AccountingPerform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.Analyze financial results and investigate variances.Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.Support internal and external audits.SAP S/4HANA Finance Functional ExpertOwn Finance business processes within SAP S/4HANA.Partner with IT on system enhancements and upgrades.Evaluate and recommend new SAP functionality that improves Finance operations.Configure or support functional configuration changes (as appropriate).Analyze system issues and coordinate resolutions.Ensure SAP functionality aligns with accounting policies and business requirements.Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes.Maintain Finance process documentation and SOPs.Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs.Provide ongoing SAP training and guidance to Finance users.Act as the primary liaison between Finance and IT for SAP-related initiatives.Education and/or Experience: BS or BA degree in accounting or Finance SAP S/4 Hana Experience Advanced Excel Skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities 5+ years of Accounting experience in a Manufacturing environment. Public company and Aerospace & Defense Industry experience preferred. CPA and/or CMA certification is a plus.