Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Accountant

Reports To: CFO/Executive Vice President

Department: Finance & Accounting

BACKGROUND:

The Dayton based manufacturing company has been in business for 30+ years focused on product innovation and being a market leader. With significant growth over the past opportunities the Company is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team.

ROLE PURPOSE:
This position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial records through the preparation of month-end work-papers, financial reporting, and support of accounts payable functions. The role also encompasses key manufacturing accounting responsibilities including variance analysis and inventory valuation. The ideal candidate brings 5-10 years of accounting experience, a strong foundation in GAAP, and a proactive, team-first approach to their work. Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounts Payable & Journal Entries

• Assist with accounts payable transactions, including invoice coding, approval routing and payment processing
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation
• Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries as needed
• Ensure AP transactions comply with company policies and internal controls

Month-End Close & Workpapers

• Prepare and maintain organized month-end workpapers to support the financial close process
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation
• Record and review accruals, prepaid expenses, and other month-end adjusting entries
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner, escalating issues as appropriate

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Support variance analysis and commentary on financial results versus budget and prior periods
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes and templates

Cross-Functional Support & Collaboration

• Partner with other departments to gather financial data and support business needs
• Willingly assist with special projects, audits, and other accounting functions as assigned
• Proactively ask questions and seek guidance to ensure accuracy and alignment with best practices
• Contribute to a positive, communicative team environment within the accounting function

Manufacturing Accounting

• Collaborate with operations, production, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost capture and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency
• Assist with periodic physical inventory counts and cycle counts; reconcile count results to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies
• Perform inventory valuation and reconciliation, ensuring accurate costing of on-hand inventory across all production stages in accordance with GAAP
• Perform variance analysis comparing actual costs to standard costs, including material, labor, and overhead variances; investigate and explain significant variances to management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA or CPA candidate a plus

Experience

• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment
• Demonstrated experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and accounts payable processes
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations

Skills & Competencies

• Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modeling; comfortable building and working within complex spreadsheets
• Comfortable working within an ERP environment; experience with systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable asking clarifying questions
• Highly collaborative; willing to support team members and assist across business functions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is based in an office environment with standard business hours. Some flexibility may be required during peak periods such as month-end close and year-end audit. Hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on business needs.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required.

VST is a growing privately held company in Springboro, OH. VST is a supplier of gasoline dispensing equipment for retail fueling outlets and is in need of an individual with an Electrical Engineering Degree. This person will become familiar with the entire VST product line, and all relevant in line production testing equipment. VST has primarily provided solution focused on the US retail refueling market. With increased activities in the US market and Mexico emerging as a large international market potential, VST must grow our talent base to meet future market goals and growth opportunities.

Company Description

VST is a growing privately held company in Springboro, OH. VST is a supplier of gasoline dispensing equipment for retail fueling outlets and is in need of an individual with an Electrical Engineering Degree. This person will become familiar with the entire VST product line, and all relevant in line production testing equipment. VST has primarily provided solution focused on the US retail refueling market. With increased activities in the US market and Mexico emerging as a large international market potential, VST must grow our talent base to meet future market goals and growth opportunities.