Job Title: Senior Accountant

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Exempt: FT

Key functions of this position: The development, analysis, and interpretation of statistical and accounting information in order to appraise operating results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Own month end/year end close functions, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and reports in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
Track, record, audit, and report on Capex items, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
Track, record, and report on prepaids and various accruals.
Assist with intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and reports.
Become a backup for various items, including daily sales reports, daily bank reconciliation, payroll processing, and sales tax filings.
Support the external audit process with the Accounting Manager and CFO.
Support CFO with special projects as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and among, all personnel.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
Must be able to work occasionally long or extended hours, including weekends.
Must be able to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
Must maintain organizational confidentiality at all times.

Education and Required Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Minimum of 3 – 5 years public accounting experience.
Knowledge of US GAAP with financial statement preparation.
Experience with large data sets, including ability to analyze and report to various levels of management strongly preferred.
Can work with a group through the monthly close and reporting process with various reporting deadlines.
Enthusiasm to take on responsibilities and continue to build and develop your own knowledge and skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Desire to exceed expectations and have a flexible, can-do attitude.
“Roll-up the sleeves” approach to accomplish all necessary tasks.
Commitment to excellence, impeccable ethical standards, and integrity.
Advanced MS Excel skills.
Power BI skills a plus.
Strong attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

Must have the ability to tolerate frequent periods of high stress, heavy workload, and multiple priorities.

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