Senior Accounting Manager

Description
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Accounting Manager! This role will lead the charge in managing and overseeing critical financial reporting functions. As a key player in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, you will navigate the intricacies of month-end activities, collaborate on year-end audits, and contribute to the development of accounting policies.
POSITION SUMMARY
The individual in this role is responsible for managing and overseeing various aspects of financial reporting for WAI. This includes coordinating and executing accounting month-end activities, conducting general ledger reviews, and providing support during year-end audits. The role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and internal controls. The Senior Accounting Manager plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting the organization's overall financial objectives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the monthly financial close process, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation, for all domestic and international locations
Provide oversight to the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate payment processing
Ensure the timely reporting of all financial information, including the preparation of financial statements and reports
Validate the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions through thorough review and analysis
Oversee intercompany transactions, settlements, and eliminations to ensure proper accounting treatment
Review and approve all monthly account reconciliations and roll forward schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assist in the analysis of monthly financial results, identifying trends, variances, and areas for improvement
Review and approve all monthly journal entries, ensuring they are properly recorded and supported by appropriate documentation
Maintain proper controls to ensure all company assets are properly valued, safeguarded, and reported in accordance with accounting standards
Assist in the facilitation of the annual year-end external audit, including providing necessary documentation and addressing auditor inquiries
Contribute to the development and improvement of accounting policies and procedures to ensure adherence to the company's internal controls framework and compliance with accounting regulations
Selects, orients, trains, coaches, counsels, and disciplines associates in coordination with the Human Resources Department
Promote a collaborative work environment, encouraging effective communication and cross-training initiatives to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development
Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management
QUALIFICATIONS

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Education, Experience, & Skills required)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
7+ years’ of progression accounting experience (public/private mix is preferred)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Advanced Excel
Strong technical GAAP accounting.
Previous manufacturing or cost accounting is a plus.
Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities.
Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction.
Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
Licensing or other special certifications:

CPA preferred.

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