One of the Tri-State's growing manufacturers is adding a talented Senior Accountant. This is a new position and excellent opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director as the company doubles in size over the next few years.
JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Accountant will have strong technical accounting skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and solid analytical skills. Will highly consider a Big 4 candidate with experience auditing manufacturing clients. This position will partner with the Finance Director to re-design/sustain excellent accounting processes, implement best practices, and promote strong internal controls across the organization. Excellent opportunity to grow into a Controllership role leading corporate accounting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The responsibilities listed are fundamental to the position and must be performed successfully to achieve the key performance objectives of the role. Other responsibilities may be assigned.
- Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, internal controls, and company policies.
- Prepare/review journal entries and perform/review balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare financial statements and other management reporting.
- Participates in and supports monthly/annual closing process.
- Update and maintain records related to cost accounting and inventory.
- Ensure A/P is processing invoices accurately and assist with various steps in the process.
- Assist with cash management, A/R and collections related tasks as needed.
- Communicate with customers and suppliers to provide great service and resolve problems.
- Maintain accuracy of fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
- Assists operations as a quality ISO auditor to help maintain a high level of organization effectiveness.
HIRING PROFILE:
Education: B.S. Accounting or Finance required. CPA or CMA preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience preferred. Cost accounting experience a plus. Big 4 candidate with manufacturing a huge plus.
Required skills:
• Results-oriented with the ability to take action to pursue opportunities, solve problems, and implement best practices through team cohesion and collaboration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to understand how accounting processes fit into the bigger picture.
• Sense of urgency and commitment to meeting due dates for tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft office tools and accounting software. Knowledge of Infor VISUAL ERP a plus.