Senior Accountant

Kidde-Fenwal•Ashland, MA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

KiddeFenwal, LLC is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Ashland, Massachusetts. The role owns key general accounting and global consolidation activities, including general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and month-end and year-end close processes. The position supports accounting operations across multiple international subsidiaries and legal entities in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role is hybrid, with three days in the office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
Experience with ERP systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
Highly proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ownership, a positive mindset, and commitment to process improvement.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
Accurately book monthly accruals.
Lead, coordinate, and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for global entities.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial spend analyses.
Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure timely completion of close deliverables.
Coordinate with regional finance teams to support consistent accounting policies and practices.
Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and intercompany reconciliation processes.
Complete global schedules and ensure balances reconcile to the trial balance.
Support accounting operations across multiple international subsidiaries and legal entities.
Review and approve daily bank reconciliations for four bank accounts.
Provide backup support for maintaining and updating U.S. fixed asset and CIP schedules.
Support external audits by preparing schedules and documentation and coordinating timely responses to support requests.
Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
Provide backup support for Staff Accountant responsibilities as needed.
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.