Sr Accountant

PHOTRONICS INC•Brookfield, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology—powering the innovation behind smartphones, computers, automotive technology, and countless devices used every day. Our success is built on quality, collaboration, and the dedication of our people. Join us and be part of a company recognized for cutting-edge technology, exceptional service, and strong customer partnerships. Our team is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant – General Ledger to play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of our financial records. In this position, you will take ownership of complex journal entries, advanced reconciliations, and general ledger activity across multiple functional areas—including accruals, payroll, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions. You’ll lead major components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles and ensure high-quality financial reporting in full compliance with U.S. GAAP. This role also partners cross-functionally, supports external audits, strengthens internal controls, and drives process improvements across the organization. If you’re detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated to elevate accounting operations, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact.

Requirements

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, advanced formulas, data analysis).
Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and end-to-end accounting operations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to partner effectively across functions.
High integrity and professional judgment when handling sensitive financial information.
Adaptability to evolving systems, processes, and business needs; comfortable leading change.
8+ years of progressive accounting experience with preferred focus on general ledger and financial close.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a mid-size or large corporate environment preferred.
Background in audit support and collaboration with external auditors strongly preferred.
Hands-on ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.); experience in system upgrades or implementations is a plus.
Prior mentorship or leadership of junior team members preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations with complete accuracy and documentation.
Lead key elements of financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results.
Oversee general ledger accounts (accruals, payroll, prepaids, fixed assets, intercompany) and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies; identify opportunities to strengthen reporting quality.
Serve as a key audit contact, preparing supporting documentation, addressing inquiries, and providing clear explanations of account activity.
Perform detailed variance and fluctuation analyses and collaborate with stakeholders to drive improvements.
Partner with Finance, Payroll, HR, Operations, and other teams to ensure aligned and accurate accounting data.
Maintain strong internal controls and recommend enhancements.
Lead or support process-improvement initiatives, system upgrades, automation, and documentation updates.
Mentor junior accounting team members and support knowledge development.
Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities as needed.