Senior Accountant

Company Description

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 22 operational business in 13 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Who is Senior Flexonics Pathway?

Senior Flexonics Pathway is the leader in the engineering and manufacture of high-quality metal expansion joints, damper products and fabric expansion joints. We are dedicated to creating the highest quality products and developing unique design solutions that meet the complex challenges inherent in industrial processes. We offer the opportunity to be a part of our team crafting these critical, technically challenging parts that are installed in facilities all over the world.

Job Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing key functions of the accounting department, ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strong internal controls. This role supports both day-to-day accounting operations and long-term process improvements, with a focus on inventory, job costing, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Job Cost Reporting
  • Analyze shipped and completed projects to ensure completeness and accuracy of material issues and costing transactions.
  • Research, analysis, and report job cost variances versus estimates.
  • Prepare summaries and explanations in the ERP system for estimator review, improvements, and adjustments.
• Inventory Management
  • Develop a thorough understanding of raw material, WIP, and operational structures/systems.
  • Lead cycle counts and ensures inventory accuracy across facilities.
  • Manage Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory and utilization strategies.
  • Lead the annual physical inventory at two facilities, including coordination and general ledger posting of results.
  • Review and coordinate internal indirect jobs.
  • Perform the annual inventory cost roll.
• Departmental Coverage - Serve as backup for all accounting positions, including AP, AR, and financial reporting, as needed.
• Month-End Close - Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met, accounts are reconciled, and variances are properly analyzed.
• Forecasting & Budgeting - Assist in developing forecasts, budgets, and financial models to support strategic planning.
• Internal Controls - Strengthen and monitor internal controls, identify process gaps, and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Audit Support - Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, prepare audit schedules, and ensure timely completion of audit requests.
• Process Improvement - Evaluate current accounting workflows and implement enhancements to streamline operations and strengthen reporting.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Operations, HR, and leadership to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in an Accounting

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 Years' Experience in Accounting
• Manufacturing Experience preferred

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Technical Proficiency - Highly skilled in working with financial and numerical data, with strong command of Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other advanced functions), ERP systems, and the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills - Demonstrates excellent communication abilities via email and phone, maintains a positive, team-oriented attitude, and collaborates effectively across departments.
• Schedule Flexibility - Willing and able to work additional hours when required to meet deadlines and support business needs.
• Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability - Thrives in a dynamic manufacturing setting with frequent deadlines and shifting priorities, while consistently delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• Exceptional Attention to Detail - Maintains a high level of accuracy in all financial data, reconciliations, and reporting tasks.
• Independent and Adaptable - Works effectively with minimal supervision, adapts quickly to changing circumstances, and takes initiative in solving problems and improving processes.

Additional Information

Why join Senior Flexonics Pathway?

Senior Flexonics Pathway's compensation package includes competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package (Medical & Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long Term Disability, Identity Theft & Legal Insurance Plans, HSA, MFSA, DCFSA, Accident/Hospitlal/Critical Illness Supplemental Plans, Employee Assistance Program) along with matching 401k plan, paid holidays, paid vacation and tuition reimbursement.

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems. Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor