Senior Accountant

Protective Industrial Products•Latham, NY

About The Position

Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (PIP), a leading global provider of personal protective equipment to industrial and retail customers, is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Senior Accountant to support general accounting activities across the Americas region. This role is responsible for owning key aspects of the month-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple entities, and maintaining the integrity of financial data in accordance with US GAAP. The Senior Accountant will partner closely with operations and finance teams, working across multiple ERP systems to support a consistent and controlled accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a multi-entity, multi-ERP environment. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating across a dynamic, cross-functional organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated ownership of month-end close processes.
Hands-on experience with general ledger, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting in a multi-entity environment.
Experience working across multiple ERP systems, with the ability to navigate and reconcile data between systems.
Working knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, with ability to partner effectively to ensure accuracy and control.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal control frameworks.
Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors.
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide clear, actionable explanations.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across functions and supporting remote leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or inventory/cost accounting environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own key components of the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established timelines across assigned entities.
Maintain and analyze general ledger and subsidiary records in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring consistency and integrity of financial data.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with company policies.
Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including support for consolidated reporting across multiple business units.
Support year-end audit activities, including preparation of schedules, documentation, and coordination with external auditors.
Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring timely settlement of balances and alignment across entities.
Operate across multiple ERP systems, ensuring consistent financial reporting, reconciliations, and adherence to standardized processes.
Partner with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure accurate transaction processing, proper coding, and adherence to internal controls.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including validation of inputs and analysis of variances to actual results.
Provide financial analysis and variance explanations to support decision-making and improve visibility into business performance.
Prepare and review sales/use tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings, coordinating with internal advisors as needed.
Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with accounting policies, identifying and addressing gaps or inconsistencies.
Act as a key finance partner to Inventory Control and Operations, monitoring inventory variances, costing, and process improvements.
Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring accuracy and proper reconciliation to financial records.
Collaborate across business units to align accounting practices, support operational initiatives, and drive consistency in financial processes.