Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantThe Senior Accountant plays a key role in supporting the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of Plantscape Inc. financial information. This full-time, onsite position works closely with and reports directly to the Controller, providing experienced support across general ledger accounting, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, analysis, and special projects. The position is intended for an experienced accounting professional who can work independently, research and resolve discrepancies, prepare work for Controller review, and help strengthen accounting processes as the department continues to evolve.Assist the Controller with month-end and year-end close activities and help maintain an organized close processPrepare and post recurring, adjusting, and other journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation under the Controller's directionPrepare monthly general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate reconciling itemsPrepare and maintain month-end schedules, supporting workpapers, and other recurring accounting documentationSupport fixed asset, lease, inventory, and other balance sheet accounting schedules and related reconciliationsPrepare documentation and supporting schedules for external audits and assist with audit requests under the Controller's directionSupport the transition of financial data and accounting processes to new or upgraded systems, including the upcoming transition to a cloud-based environmentCross-train as backup for critical accounting functions, which may include accounts payable, payroll, billing, and other departmental processesMaintain complete, accurate, organized, and confidential financial records and supporting documentationParticipate in departmental meetings as neededPerform additional accounting duties, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Controller and PresidentDemonstrated experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations is requiredBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent relevant accounting experience will be consideredBasic knowledge and understanding of GAAP requirements is requiredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong working knowledge of Word and Outlook, and familiarity with SharePoint is a plusStrong understanding of accrual accounting, financial statements, and balance sheet account relationshipsExceptional attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and time-management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines in a fast-paced environmentSelf-directed, adaptable, and able to learn new accounting systems and software quicklyDiscreet and trustworthy when handling payroll, financial, employee, and other confidential informationStrong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departmentsThis position spends considerable time at a desk using a computer and frequently utilizes standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and scanners. The position moves throughout the office as needed and may occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.This job is generally performed in a typical office work environment, which includes standard office equipment noise and frequent interruptions.The nature and scope of this position is not solely limited to the duties and responsibilities listed above. Additional duties may be assigned by the Controller and President.