Senior Accountant

METCUT RESEARCH ASSOC • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Metcut Research is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to support its Accounting Department. The company provides materials testing services and has served industries including aerospace, space, transportation, energy, and medical since 1948.

The Senior Accountant oversees key accounting functions to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting. The role supports internal controls, financial planning and analysis, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making, and may provide guidance and leadership to accounting staff. The position also supports ERP maintenance and enhancements, audits, tax-related activities, and accounting process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and internal controls.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting software, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience coordinating audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting tax-related activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Any employment offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and related activities.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and post journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Assist with annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate and support external audits, serving as the primary liaison with auditors.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for management, including analysis and recommendations as needed.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and assist with tax filings and supporting documentation.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes, systems, and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support ERP system maintenance, upgrades, and reporting enhancements.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to accounting staff as assigned.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) match plan
• Bonus plan
• Paid vacation
• Challenging work and the opportunity to be a valued member of a growing and profitable team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior