Senior Accountant/ Auditor

Senior Accountant/AuditorPosition OverviewWe are seeking a seasoned Senior Accountant/Auditor to lead audit and financial reporting activities, strengthen internal controls, and support accounting operations across the organization. The role combines external and internal audit responsibilities with hands-on accounting work, including month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, consolidations, and compliance with GAAP/IFRS, PCAOB, and SOX requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in audit methodology (GAAS), internal control frameworks (COSO), revenue and lease accounting standards (ASC 606, ASC 842/IFRS 16), tax provision (ASC 740), and extensive experience with ERP systems and audit/data analytics tools.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, lead and execute internal and external audits, including audit planning, risk assessment, audit sampling, substantive testing and audit report writing.Design, test and monitor internal controls in accordance with COSO and SOX frameworks, prepare SOX documentation and remediation plans, and support SOX compliance testing.Manage month-end and year-end close activities, prepare and review financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS, and support SEC reporting as needed.Perform account reconciliations, general ledger review, variance analysis, and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory and revenue recognition processes.Coordinate and execute consolidation activities, intercompany reconciliations, and support complex consolidations for multi-entity environments.Lead audit fieldwork and liaison with external audit firms and regulators, including PCAOB and SOC1/SOC2 engagements.Prepare tax provision analyses (ASC 740) and collaborate with tax advisors for year-end tax reporting.Apply audit sampling and substantive testing techniques, document findings clearly, and prepare actionable recommendations and management reports.Support implementation and maintenance of lease accounting (ASC 842/IFRS 16), revenue recognition (ASC 606) and other technical accounting standards updates.Leverage ERP and finance systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Hyperion) and reconciliation/close tools (BlackLine, TeamMate, CaseWare) to improve efficiency and controls.Use data analytics and scripting (SQL, ACL, IDEA) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) to perform analyses, identify anomalies and drive process improvements.Mentor and train junior accounting and audit staff, review work papers and ensure high quality documentation and adherence to professional standards.Participate in process improvement initiatives, system implementations, and controls automation projects to enhance accuracy, timeliness and compliance.QualificationsBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; Masters degree or advanced coursework in accounting is a plus.CPA or equivalent preferred; CISA, CIA or other relevant professional certifications highly desirable.7+ years of progressive accounting and audit experience, including a mix of external audit (public accounting) and internal audit or corporate accounting roles.Deep knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, PCAOB standards, GAAS and COSO internal control framework.Hands-on experience with SOX compliance, internal control testing, audit planning, audit sampling and substantive testing.Technical expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842/IFRS 16), and tax provision accounting (ASC 740).Strong experience with month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, consolidations and intercompany reconciliations.Proven experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or NetSuite and financial tools like Hyperion, BlackLine and CaseWare.Proficiency in audit and data analytics tools (TeamMate, ACL, IDEA) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros); SQL or scripting experience preferred.Experience supporting SEC reporting, PCAOB inspections, SOC1/SOC2 audits and IT General Controls (ITGC) reviews a plus.Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise audit reports, control documentation and management presentations.Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience mentoring staff and working effectively with cross-functional teams and external auditors.