Senior Accountant: GAAP Close, Controls & Insights

The Senior Accountant is responsible for key accounting activities, including financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, internal controls, and audit support. This role helps ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies, while partnering with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to provide insight, resolve issues, and support sound business decisions. Key Responsibilities Monthly Accounting and Close Own critical components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses. Maintain the general ledger and support accurate classification, documentation, and reporting of financial activity. Manage key accounting areas, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, and other assigned accounts. Perform analytical reviews of financial results, investigate variances, and resolve issues with cross-functional stakeholders. Support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and other compliance requirements as needed. Collaborate with business units to address accounting questions, improve processes, and provide financial guidance. Internal Controls and Audit Lead the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal controls across key accounting cycles. Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures; identify control gaps and operational risks and implement practical, repeatable solutions. Partner cross-functionally to strengthen financial discipline, governance, and documentation as business processes evolve. Drive system and workflow improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies. Serve as a key liaison for external auditors, coordinating audit deliverables and ensuring timely, high-quality responses. Additional Responsibilities Prepare ad hoc financial reports, analyses, and special projects as requested. Mentor and support junior accounting staff. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience preparing financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience working with ERP systems. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and results-driven, with a high degree of accuracy and commitment to deadlines. Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently with sound judgment. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and business units. High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Public accounting experience. Accuracy and attention to detail Technical accounting judgment Critical thinking and problem-solving Time management and prioritization Collaboration and cross-functional communication Leadership, mentorship, and process improvement mindset Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development support. #J-18808-Ljbffr OmniForce Solutions