Senior Accountant

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing end-to-end accounting close processes with a primary focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense accounting, and general ledger activities. This position requires the ability to independently manage accounting books, perform hands-on bookkeeping when necessary, and establish clear accounting SOPs to support consistent execution and smooth handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of accounting books
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments related to AP, AR, sales, expenses, inventory, fixed assets, and general ledger accounts
• Lead accounts payable and expense accounting processes, including invoice review, accruals, and cost recognition
• Manage inventory accounting, including inventory tracking, valuation, reserves, and periodic inventory reviews
• Perform inventory valuation and analysis based on applicable costing methodologies
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and fixed asset reconciliations
• Perform and review balance sheet/income statement account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support revenue-related accounting activities as needed and ensure revenue recognition aligns with ASC 606 requirements
• Provide assurance that accounting treatments, including revenue recognition, are properly applied and documented
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting SOPs for assigned processes and ensure proper version control
• Prepare handover and knowledge transfer documentation to ensure continuity during role transitions or team changes
• Support internal/external audits, including preparation of schedules and responses to auditor inquiries
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accounting treatments align with operational activities
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and internal controls
• Perform bookkeeping activities as needed, including transaction-level review and general ledger maintenance
• Support basic treasury functions, including bank reconciliations, payment scheduling, cash flow monitoring, and short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
• Support tax compliance activities (sales & use tax, property tax, 1099 filings), coordinating with external CPA/tax advisors as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, expense accounting, and general ledger close processes
• Working knowledge of inventory accounting, fixed asset accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Exposure to revenue recognition principles under ASC 606
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Ability to manage accounting processes independently from transaction-level bookkeeping through financial close
• Strong documentation, organization, and ownership mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-intensive environments
• Experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, or audit support

Pay: $80,000.00 - $93,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Life insurance

Work Location: In person