Senior Accountant

Resilience•USA - FL - Remote, FL

2d•$105,000 - $142,500

About The Position

Resilience is a technology-focused biomanufacturing company building a sustainable network of end-to-end manufacturing solutions. This role works in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manages day-to-day accounting operations, including month-end close and reconciliations. The position leads and develops a team of accountants and partners with finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, including Payroll and HR. The posting refers to the position as “Lead Accountant” in its description and states that it reports to the Senior Manager, Accounting Operations. The role oversees payroll and general accounting activities, maintains accurate and audit-ready records, supports compliance with GAAP, company policies, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and collaborates with the external reporting team. It also drives improvements to accounting systems and processes, using technology to improve the timeliness and accuracy of financial close activities. Work authorization sponsorship or support, including visas, is not available for this position.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting team members.
Significant and progressive accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting and manufacturing industry experience and multiple years in a supervisory or team-lead capacity.
Advanced or intermediate payroll general ledger accounting experience; ADP experience is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley, and ability to research and apply technical accounting guidance.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, ADP, and/or Workday.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines without sacrificing quality.
Initiative, ownership, sound judgment, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
Adaptability and flexibility in leading through changing priorities and business needs.
Mindset of leveraging technology and automation to increase efficiency.
Ability to develop workstream or project plans, communicate plans to relevant parties, and drive adherence to due dates.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound judgment in resolving complex issues.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Six or more years of accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting and industry experience and at least two years in a supervisory or team-lead capacity.
Experience leading accounting process improvement or system implementation initiatives.
CPA and experience in a public accounting firm.
SAP and Blackline experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members by setting priorities, reviewing work, and providing performance feedback.
Oversee payroll accounting activities, including bi-weekly review and approval of payroll- and benefit-related account reconciliations and journal entries.
Lead the monthly close, including review of journal entries, balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, and analytical reviews, and ensure deadlines are met.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies; design and operate internal controls over payroll and general accounting processes in support of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements; and serve as a key contact for internal and external auditors.
Ensure accounting entries are accurately documented and supported and that records are audit-ready.
Oversee maintenance of ADP GLI and its related controls.
Partner with the external reporting team to ensure key inputs are complete, accurate, and delivered on time.
Design, improve, and implement systems and processes that support timely and accurate monthly financial statements, leveraging technology to increase effectiveness.
Oversee non-payroll and non-benefit general ledger account reconciliations and ensure they are accurate and timely.
Partner with Payroll, HR, and other cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues, align processes, and ensure accurate and timely close inputs.
Resolve complex accounting issues independently and escalate matters with significant financial, control, or policy implications to the Senior Manager.
Lead ad hoc projects as requested.