Senior Accountant

Universal Engineering Sciences • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

UES is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team. The role supports a rapidly expanding organization and involves work across multiple areas of accounting and finance, partnership with business leaders, process improvement, and initiatives related to company growth, acquisitions, and operational excellence. The position operates primarily in a professional office environment and does not require regular travel, though occasional travel of up to 10% may be needed for off-site meetings, training, or company events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of complex accounts and exposure to technical accounting matters.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lead aspects of month-end and year-end close, acquisition integration, and audit coordination.
• Demonstrated success identifying process improvements, implementing controls, and driving standardization.
• Strong analytical and project management skills, including the ability to interpret financial guidance and influence accounting policy.
• Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, including experience training, guiding, or reviewing junior team members’ work.
• Ability to manage complex deliverables independently while contributing to cross-functional initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification; CPA is strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing or reviewing consolidated financial statements.
• Background supporting acquisitions, mergers, or business integrations.
• Experience with system implementations or integrations.
• Experience driving process improvements, automation initiatives, or internal control enhancements.
• Prior experience mentoring, training, or reviewing the work of other accounting professionals.
• Experience in a multi-entity or rapidly growing organization.
• Ability to lead projects, influence stakeholders, and contribute to strategic business initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial reporting activities to support accurate, timely, and compliant financial results.
• Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes and maintain financial data integrity across multiple business units.
• Partner with finance, operations, and leadership teams to provide insights for business decisions and organizational growth.
• Support acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic initiatives.
• Research and resolve complex accounting matters in compliance with U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to support successful audit and reporting outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency through automation and standardization.
• Mentor and guide team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing culture.

What This Job Offers

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