Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant The Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across the organization. This position is responsible for executing critical components of the close process and maintaining the general ledger with a high degree of precision and discipline. The role supports operational excellence through continuous process improvement, adherence to U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley and collaboration with the broader finance teamenhancing the quality of financial information used for decision‑making and supporting the company's strategic objectives. Responsibilities Execute and maintain SOX compliance activities, including control execution, documentation, and support for internal and external testing, as well as timely remediation of identified deficiencies Assist in the development, enhancement, and documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and a strong control environment Ensure consistent application of company accounting policies, U.S. GAAP, and SOX requirements across all entities and processes Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation, preparing PBC requests, and ensuring adherence to reporting timelines and deliverables Execute timely and accurate month‑end close activities across multiple entities, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules Support month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close processes, including additional reporting requirements, balance sheet reviews, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders Maintain, analyze, and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper supporting documentation Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations on a recurring basis, ensuring compliance with company policies and control requirements Support preparation of internal management reporting packages, including variance analysis and clear articulation of key drivers and risks Assist with financial reporting requirements for month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end, ensuring adherence to U.S. GAAP and public company standards Support external audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules, PBC requests, and timely resolution of auditor inquiries Prepare and post recurring and non‑recurring journal entries, including payroll, intercompany, and accrual entries Perform analysis of accounts receivable, including DSO trends, aging, and identification of collection risks Perform analysis of accounts payable, including aging, payment timing, and vendor terms Support billing and accounts receivable processes, including investigation of discrepancies and resolution of complex items Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliation of subledger to general ledger Prepare tax‑related journal entries and account reconciliations in coordination with internal and external stakeholders Assist with income tax processes, including coordination of audits and information requests Support timely payment and reconciliation of tax‑related obligations, including estimated payments Support integration of newly acquired entities, including data validation, alignment to company accounting policies, and establishment of consistent reporting processes and controls Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control over accounting transactions and workflows Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement; support implementation of recommended changes Collaborate cross‑functionally with business units, sales, customer service, and finance to resolve accounting and operational issues Address and resolve escalated accounting issues related to customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CPA‑eligible strongly preferred 23 years of relevant accounting experience; Public Accounting experience preferred Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and experience operating in a SOX‑controlled environment is a plus Strong attention to details and a desire to assume new responsibilities Good organizational skills with the ability to maneuver through ambiguous situations Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx) a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr Aprilaire, Division of Research Products Corporation