Senior Accountant

Element Materials Technology•Blue Ash, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Element is seeking a Senior Accountant to serve as the primary accounting lead for multiple labs within its Aerospace, Space & Defense business line. The role owns the full accounting cycle, including month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, accruals, and business partnering. It is a hands-on position requiring a self-directed, technically strong, proactive, and detail-oriented accounting professional who can manage complex accounting activities with limited oversight in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This is an on-site position at Element’s Blue Ash corporate services headquarters, with work in the office Monday through Thursday and the option to work remotely on Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility.
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced Excel skills.
Experience working with ERP or accounting systems.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly accounting cycle for assigned labs, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Lead month-end close activities, ensuring accurate, complete, and timely reporting.
Analyze financial results and investigate variances, providing insights to management and operational leaders.
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
Manage accounting entries for payroll, fixed assets, prepaids, and other key accounting areas.
Track capital project progress and oversee fixed asset capitalization and depreciation.
Support close and consolidation, including intercompany reconciliations and error resolution.
Partner with operational leadership and functional departments to support financial and operational decision-making.
Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
Support process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and drive efficiencies across accounting operations.