Senior Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing core accounting functions within a manufacturing environment, including cost accounting, inventory valuation, general ledger management, and month-end/year-end close processes. This role requires strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing cost structures to support accurate financial reporting and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP


• Manage standard costing, variance analysis (materials, labor, overhead), and inventory valuation


• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including WIP, raw materials, and finished goods inventory


• Month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations


• Analyze production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities in collaboration with operations


• Support annual physical inventory counts and cycle counts; investigate and resolve discrepancies


• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost center analysis


• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements


• Support external audits and prepare audit schedules/documentation


• Analyze fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals


• Prepare sales/use tax filings and support other tax compliance as needed


• Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff


• Recommend and help implement process improvements and system enhancements (ERP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)


• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a manufacturing environment


• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory management


• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills


• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and plant management

Preferred Skills

• Experience with standard costing systems and variance analysis in a manufacturing/production setting


• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts


• Experience supporting external/internal audits

Physical / Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with occasional time on the plant/production floor


• May require occasional travel to other facilities