Senior Accountant

TEC Equipment, Inc. • Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant reports to the Assistant Controller and provides a wide range of accounting support including balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, journal entries and month-end close related duties. This position also performs complex technical accounting activities and financial analyses. Although this position is generally subject to moderate direct supervision, a degree of creativity, latitude and independent problem-solving is expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with at least 3-5 years of experience (public/ private mix preferred)
• Excellent in-depth knowledge of US GAAP is required.
• Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills are required for frequent interaction with financial and non-financial management teams
• Independent problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail while at the same time able to understand big picture/overall strategy & business impacts.
• Intermediate skill with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to influence in a cross-functional fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to successfully oversee direct reports and serve as positive role model in alignment with the TEC Way.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment in successfully managing ambiguous situations or changes in direction and priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Strong functional knowledge of industry specific ERP applications and functionality preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record month-end accruals and other closing entries to ensure expenses and liabilities are accurately reflected in the appropriate accounting period.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries in accordance with company accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
• Provide excellent customer service to cross functional members of the TEC Team.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate account classification.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff, including reviewing their work, answering questions, and helping develop their accounting knowledge and skills.
• Manage workload and proactively communicate with Management when there are unexpected challenges.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial information and supporting schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation, reconciliations, and other supporting information as needed.
• Participate in ad-hoc accounting projects as assigned by management.
• Perform other accounting duties and responsibilities as needed to support the overall accounting function.
• Prepare and record monthly warranty activity, which will include collaboration with branch warranty admins.

Benefits

• Choice of two comprehensive medical plan options that include prescription drug coverage
• Choice of two dental plans that cover preventative and diagnostic care, basic and major services, and orthodontia for children
• Vision care, discounted hearing exams, and hearing aids
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Seven paid holidays, vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year, and paid sick

What This Job Offers

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