Sr. Accountant

Solesis•Telford, PA

About The Position

Secant Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the Controller and assist with the organization’s financial reporting and accounting functions. The role handles internal and external financial reporting, supports day-to-day accounting transactions, and maintains schedules that validate reported balances and demonstrate strong internal controls. The successful candidate will analyze financial statements and reports, develop efficient workflows for a multinational organization, and consolidate financial data from multiple business units and ERP systems. The position prepares monthly consolidations, trial balances, Board of Directors reporting presentations, lender reporting packages, and a 13-week cash forecast. It also supports liquidity planning, accounting coverage at operating companies, reconciliations, accounting policies and processes, reviews and audits, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. The role identifies opportunities to improve reporting through automation, AI tools, workflow enhancements, and technology solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent.
Five years of related experience, preferably in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industry.
Experience with ERP systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Considerable knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.
Ability to organize, present, and analyze financial information.
Ability to focus on detail, accuracy, and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA.
Experience with Deacom, Syspro, or IQMS ERP systems.
Experience with consolidation and/or business intelligence software.
Proactive use of AI resources when applicable.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial consolidations as part of the month-end close process.
Ensure trial balances from multiple operating companies are accurately interfaced into the consolidation system.
Prepare monthly trial balances for two holding companies.
Prepare financial reporting presentations for the Board of Directors, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, executive expense reporting, and the 13-week cash flow forecast.
Prepare quarterly lender reporting packages, including balance sheets, quarter-to-date and year-to-date income statements, cash flow statements, and statements of members' equity.
Develop and maintain a 13-week cash forecast covering four operating companies and two holding companies.
Support the Controller and CFO in evaluating liquidity needs, payment timing, and line-of-credit utilization.
Provide accounting support and backup coverage for accounting personnel at operating companies.
Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, understand key revenue and disbursement processes, and provide backup approval for cash disbursements when necessary.
Prepare, review, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies and reporting standards.
Assist the Controller in developing accounting calendars, policies, procedures, and standardized processes.
Support implementation efforts across operating companies to ensure consistency and compliance.
Support quarterly reviews and annual audits by preparing schedules, providing requested documentation, and coordinating with external auditors.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, banks, auditors, investors, and regulatory agencies.
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve reporting through automation, artificial intelligence tools, workflow enhancements, and technology solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.