Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Cresco, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will support accurate financial reporting, maintain the integrity of accounting records, and help drive an efficient close process. This position works closely with the Controller and partners with colleagues across the business to strengthen reporting, compliance, and day-to-day accounting operations.

Responsibilities:
• Direct critical activities tied to monthly and annual close cycles, including preparing entries and reviewing ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform detailed reconciliations across balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure reliable financial records.
• Produce and evaluate financial reports such as income statements and balance sheets, highlighting trends and meaningful variances against plans or forecasts.
• Support consolidated reporting activities and help ensure results are compiled accurately across entities or business segments.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and workpapers needed for internal reviews and external audit requests.
• Monitor fixed asset records by tracking acquisitions, retirements, and depreciation while maintaining an accurate asset ledger.
• Contribute to a strong control environment by following accounting policies, reinforcing compliance practices, and identifying areas of risk.
• Recommend and help implement improvements to accounting workflows, systems, and reporting methods to enhance efficiency and precision.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and provide guidance to less experienced accounting staff on procedures, reporting needs, and complex accounting matters.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and its application in financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Background in consolidation accounting and preparation of related financial information.
• Proficiency with ERP and financial reporting tools such as Infor M3, Prophix, or similar platforms, along with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.