Senior Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing manufacturing company. Reporting to the Controller, this hands-on position is responsible for general ledger accounting, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, cost accounting support, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working across accounting, operations, and finance to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial analysis.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate recording and effective transaction control.
• Assist with cash management activities, cash forecasting, treasury support, and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and capitalization documentation.
• Support cost accounting processes, including inventory transactions, inventory valuation, standard costing, and manufacturing-related reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for management review.
• Coordinate sales tax filings and assist with other regulatory and compliance reporting requirements.
• Support annual financial audits and provide documentation and analysis requested by external auditors.
• Partner with operations and finance teams to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Assist with ERP system maintenance, reporting improvements, and data integrity initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement efforts that support growth and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing or industrial industry experience.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and standard costing.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting audit activities.
• Knowledge of fixed assets, inventory accounting, and manufacturing accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.