Senior Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Accountant maintains the integrity of the general ledger and ensures compliance with company accounting policies and applicable GAAP requirements. The role performs, reviews, and analyzes complex accounting activities; reconciles balance sheet accounts; maintains ledgers; analyzes expenses; and monitors accounting data to produce financial reports and statements. The Senior Accountant also supports external financial audits, documents transactions, and identifies opportunities to improve accounting accuracy and efficiency. The role contributes to a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace by complying with PCI EHS policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned. The position operates in a fast-paced, demanding environment with moderate noise and frequent interruptions. Travel by car or airplane to different locations may be required, occasionally overnight. Off-shift, weekend, and overtime duties may be required. Physical demands include occasional computer and office-equipment use, standing for periods of up to four hours, lifting up to 35 pounds, and viewing objects at close and distant ranges with hand-eye coordination; communication with others is frequent. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or complex operating environment.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP.
- Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- CPA certification is highly preferred.
- Experience with large-scale ERP environments.
- Public accounting or Big Four experience.
- CPA license or active CPA candidacy.
- Experience in manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or another regulated industry.
- Experience with revenue recognition and complex accounting transactions.
- Strong business partnering skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies and applicable GAAP requirements.
- Perform, review, and analyze complex accounting activities to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Conduct regular ledger maintenance.
- Analyze expenses to evaluate cost opportunities.
- Evaluate current workflows and recommend changes to increase accuracy and efficiency.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
- Assist with external financial audits and follow up on audit recommendations.
- Establish and maintain records documenting transactions.
- Identify efficiencies and improvements in current accounting practices.
- Comply with PCI EHS policies and procedures to foster a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
