Senior Accountant

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT | Mishawaka, IN About the Company & Opportunity
• A reputable and established South Bend, IN organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their finance and accounting team.
• This Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing the monthly close process, preparing financial statements, and ensuring accuracy across general ledger accounts.
• The company offers a collaborative environment, excellent stability, and approachable leadership that values accuracy, integrity, and teamwork.
• Ideal for a hands-on Senior Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys process improvement, mentoring others, and contributing to overall financial success.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Stable Local Employer - Join a trusted South Bend company with a strong reputation for financial strength and employee longevity.
Strategic Accounting Role - The Senior Accountant will support management with financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
Leadership Exposure - Opportunity to collaborate directly with the Controller and CFO on special projects and audits.
Professional Growth - Path for advancement into Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller as the company continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage and perform month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Review and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audit requests and help maintain internal controls.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and assist in workflow management.

Core Competencies
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or pursuing CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing, distribution, or corporate accounting.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional communication and ability to collaborate across departments.


Location: Mishawaka , IN (Eastern Time Zone)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Compensation: $75,000-$90,000 annually


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