Senior Accountant
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Description
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in a newly created role designed to support continued business growth and enhance accounting operations. This position will take ownership of key month-end close activities, provide guidance to junior staff, and partner with leadership to identify process improvements and efficiencies.The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, leadership potential, and a proactive mindset. This role offers visibility across the organization and a potential future path into accounting leadership for candidates interested in career growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Review balance sheet and income statement activity, investigate variances, and provide financial analysis.
- Prepare and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of general ledger activity and financial records.
- Serve as a finance partner to internal departments, answering questions and providing financial support.
- Coordinate external audit activities, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests.
- Support federal and state tax compliance processes and review supporting documentation.
- Maintain and improve accounting processes, reports, and ERP system templates.
- Assist with inventory, insurance, and other financial reporting requirements.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff.
- Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.