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.
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