Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our finance team in Scarborough, Maine. This role supports core accounting operations while helping improve efficiency across recurring financial processes and reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, globally connected business environment. Success in this position requires discretion, attention to detail, and confidence collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare monthly financial statements and contribute to the completion of recurring corporate reporting deliverables.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
• Record and review journal entries as part of the month-end close process while maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger.
• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice handling, cash application, collections follow-up, and payment processing.
• Administer wire transfers, check disbursements, and employee reimbursement activities using approved financial systems and expense tools.
• Complete sales and use tax filings for multiple states in a timely and accurate manner.
• Partner with teams across the organization to gather financial information, respond to questions, and support business needs with clear communication.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support audit readiness, internal controls, and efficient access to information.
• Provide backup support across finance functions and assist with special projects aimed at improving departmental performance and process effectiveness.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform variance analysis and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and data filtering, along with solid skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience using ERP and business systems such as NetSuite and Salesforce is preferred.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and exercise strong organizational judgment in a fast-paced setting.