Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant

A fast-growing technology/manufacturing firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join their Finance team. In this role, you will partner closely with the Accounting Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with U.S. GAAP. This position plays a critical role in supporting their high-growth, manufacturing-driven business and offers meaningful exposure to operations, audits, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.
• Perform general ledger accounting, including fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, deferred revenue, and expense reporting.
• Conduct balance sheet and income statement analysis; investigate and resolve variances.
• Support cost accounting activities, including inventory accounting, reconciliations, and analysis (manufacturing environment).
• Partner with business operations and cross-functional teams to strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Document, monitor, and improve internal controls; identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and automation.
• Assist with external audits, due diligence, and compliance requests by preparing schedules and coordinating with auditors and external partners.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Mentor and review the work of junior accounting staff, providing guidance and feedback.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience (Big Four or national firm) strongly preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or high-tech environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, lookups).
• Experience with ERP or financial management systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Cost accounting, inventory control, and analysis experience is a plus.
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

 

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