Senior Accountant

The Accountant is responsible for a variety of accounting activities across the Accounting organization including the preparation of monthly accounting records as well as related reporting, analytical activities and initiatives.

General Responsibilities

• Prepare and enter journal entries
• Responsible for performing balance sheet reconciliations
• Follow the companys chart of accounts
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Apply research and analytical skills to analyze current financial status, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports
• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options
• Identify errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures, liaising with management and cross-functional stakeholders
• Prepare financial statements and supplemental schedules
• Develop and document business processes ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
• Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions
• Prepare special financial reports as needed by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
• Experience in manufacturing, technology, or multinational organizations.
• Exposure to shared service center environments.
• Experience with Oracle implementation, process automation, and internal control design.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition, fixed assets, and intercompany accounting.

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