Senior Accountant

Lucas James Talent Partners•Bryan, OH

44d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will function as a key member of our Finance team and will be accountable for general ledger accounting, cost accounting, and month-end close activities in support of the company's growth and manufacturing operations. This role will have regular interaction across all company departments, will be well supported through formal training and direct coaching, and affords future career advancement opportunities within the Finance organization. This is an opportunity to help strengthen and scale the accounting function during a period of growth by improving processes, enhancing internal controls, supporting ERP optimization, and helping build a best-in-class finance organization. Success in this role requires a collaborative mindset and a willingness to share knowledge, improve processes, and contribute to a highly cross-functional accounting team.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA or CMA a plus
Strong general ledger accounting experience, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
Demonstrated cost accounting experience, including standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
Background in a manufacturing environment required
Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (such as Plex, QAD, SAP, Epicor, Infor, Oracle, or similar); implementation, integration, or data conversion experience is highly preferred.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally with cross-functional teams and leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Proven ability to identify problems, investigate root causes, and implement practical solutions within a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Advanced working knowledge of Excel; experience with financial reporting and accounting software
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control principles
Display a strong drive for continuous improvement, challenging the status quo, and meeting business targets
Ability to read and interpret documents such as accounting policies, procedure manuals, and audit requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger and cost accounting; manufacturing industry experience required

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA a plus
implementation, integration, or data conversion experience is highly preferred.
Experience with Fixed Asset accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining the general ledger, including preparing and posting journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial results
Perform cost accounting functions, including standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and manufacturing cost analysis
Analyze production costs, labor, and overhead allocations to support accurate product costing and margin analysis
Analyze financial statements and management reporting packages for review by finance leadership
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including cost center and manufacturing cost analysis
Assist with internal controls, process documentation, and compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Support the organization's audit readiness initiatives through reconciliations, documentation, process improvements, preparation of audit schedules, and responses to auditors and tax preparers.
Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance leadership to improve inventory accuracy, product costing, and financial reporting.
Support ERP system maintenance, enhancements, implementations, and integrations; contribute to system setup, data conversions, and continuous process improvements.
Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
Develop and maintain accounting procedures and work instructions to improve consistency, cross training, and business continuity.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff
Special projects and other duties as assigned