Senior Accountant

Scoular • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

The Sr. Accountant will support the Controller in safeguarding Company assets by monitoring and implementing internal controls. The Senior Accountant will assist the merchandising team with daily accounting support. Other responsibilities include review of financial reports and underlying subledger reports, assisting in month end and year end close, and supervising the Merchandising Assistant Manager. This role typically involves a higher proportion of routine vs non-routine work, where routine work is typically executed without being approved, and non-routine work may require review prior to execution. The position requires the application of judgment using knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with other. It also involves applying knowledge and experience to solve problems within a narrow scope and limited risk of error. The Senior Accountant will act as a resource for teammates and work independently within established guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• 4+ years of related experience

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close functions
• Prepares and enters journal entries
• Reconciles assigned general ledger accounts of various complexity on a monthly basis
• Participates in the development and maintenance of accounting and reporting policies and procedures
• Identifies and implements process improvements
• Supports internal and external audits
• May lead projects, typically directly related to scope of role, while also actively participating in broader scope projects

What This Job Offers

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