Senior Accountant - Technical Policy & Financial Reporting

Michael Baker International•Moon Township, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Accountant to support technical accounting, policy development, global consolidation, and financial reporting. The role has significant responsibility for external lender reporting, executive-level internal reporting, and technical accounting research. The position owns the development and maintenance of accounting policies, supports GAAP compliance, and drives global consolidation and acquisition integration activities. It reports to the Director – Financial Reporting & Global Consolidations and has significant exposure to the CFO and senior leadership. The role also contributes to executive-level communications by preparing financial analyses, presentation materials, and business performance insights for discussions with senior leaders and external stakeholders. The position is hybrid in Moon Township, Pennsylvania, with remote candidates who can work Eastern Standard Time hours also considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in public accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, or a combination of public accounting and industry experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting principles.
Experience researching complex accounting matters and preparing technical accounting memoranda.
Ability to communicate accounting conclusions and policy guidance to stakeholders throughout the organization.
Experience coordinating audit requests, preparing supporting documentation, and working with external auditors.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across all levels of management.
Self-motivated, with a demonstrated interest in process improvement, automation, and AI-enabled finance tools.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license preferred.
Public accounting experience preferred, but not required.
Experience with consolidations, acquisition accounting, or integration of acquired entities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and manage external reporting packages for lenders and private equity stakeholders in compliance with GAAP and debt covenant requirements.
Develop financial analyses, presentation materials, and supporting schedules for executive leadership.
Support communication of financial results, business performance, and key accounting matters to internal and external stakeholders.
Research complex accounting transactions and prepare technical accounting memoranda, including for business combinations, debt and equity arrangements, and other significant or non-routine transactions.
Develop, maintain, and update corporate accounting policies to support GAAP compliance and industry best practices.
Drive the global consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and integration of newly acquired entities.
Participate in monthly close activities for corporate areas including debt, reserves, and stock-based compensation, ensuring accurate reconciliations and analysis.
Prepare debt covenant calculations, quarterly and annual lender reporting packages, and supporting schedules.
Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting and financial reporting matters.
Contribute to internal control documentation, testing, and reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting and financial reporting through automation, data analytics, emerging technologies, and AI-enabled tools.
Assist with special projects, financial and informational requests, and strategic initiatives as needed.