Senior Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for advanced accounting work, including financial reporting, complex reconciliations, financial analysis, and audit support. The role is a key contributor to the accounting team, provides guidance to junior staff, and ensures accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies. The position works with minimal supervision and supports operational and strategic financial initiatives. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and participates in process improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and ERP projects. The company describes itself as a growing, full-service fire protection company with opportunities for career growth, and says it offers employees benefits, education, and training.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in multi-entity or complex financial environments.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles, and reporting standards.
- Experience with consolidated reporting, multi-entity accounting, and intercompany reconciliations.
- Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
- Experience supporting audits and internal controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Experience with ERP or accounting software.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review complex journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Perform balance sheet and P&L account reconciliations, including intercompany and multi-entity accounts.
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare financial statements and management reports, and analyze variances and trends.
- Support audits by preparing schedules and documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
- Mentor and train Staff Accountant I and II on accounting procedures and best practices.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and ERP projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and recommend solutions.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Relief Fund
- Supplemental Insurance, including Critical Illness, Hospitalization, and Accident coverage
- Education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
