Senior Accountant

Penske • Reading, PA

33d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is a highly skilled subject matter expert who delivers accurate, complete, and well-documented accounting and reporting with minimal oversight. Drawing on advanced GAAP knowledge and strong analytical capabilities, this role goes beyond executing complex accounting functions to challenging existing processes, maintaining internal controls, and driving continuous improvement. This position also carries a meaningful leadership responsibility such as mentoring junior staff, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, and serving as a trusted advisor to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders
• Strong problem solving, judgment, time management, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred
• MBA preferred
• Proficiency in the use of Qlik sense and Power Query preferred

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close and day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, well-supported, and completed on time
• Apply advanced GAAP knowledge to complex transactions, exercising independent judgment and serving as the team's go-to technical resource
• Strengthen the internal control environment by assessing risks, closing control gaps, and implementing practical solutions with minimal supervision
• Monitor KPIs and performance data to identify trends, flag issues early, and drive consistent, high-quality output
• Challenge existing processes and lead improvement initiatives from idea through execution, leveraging tools like Excel, Qlik, and Power Query to drive efficiency and automation
• Mentor junior staff and teammates through coaching, technical guidance, and feedback that builds long-term capability
• Resolve issues independently and communicate risks proactively, keeping management informed before problems escalate
• Cultivate strong working relationships across the organization, engaging effectively with teammates, stakeholders, and leadership alike

What This Job Offers

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