Senior Accountant (Manufacturing Company)

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced setting
5+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing or cost accounting role
Experience working with internal controls, audits, and compliance within a manufacturing setting
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills
Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and overhead allocation in a manufacturing environment
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data to provide actionable insights
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial activities of the company, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and contributing to the preparation of key financial reports
This role will work closely with the finance team, management, and other departments to provide timely and accurate financial information
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements and reports
Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Oversee inventory costing and variance analysis for manufacturing operations
Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for management, internal and external stakeholders
Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards (GAAP)
Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses
Work with the management team to streamline accounting processes and improve financial reporting accuracy
Support audit preparation, tax filings, and compliance activities
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff
Perform other ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required
Job description
Our client, a well-established leader in the manufacturing sector, is dedicated to delivering high-quality products to the market. With a strong commitment to innovation and operational excellence, they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving company and help drive their financial success.

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial activities of the company, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and contributing to the preparation of key financial reports. This role will work closely with the finance team, management, and other departments to provide timely and accurate financial information. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements and reports.
• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee inventory costing and variance analysis for manufacturing operations.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for management, internal and external stakeholders.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards (GAAP).
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Work with the management team to streamline accounting processes and improve financial reporting accuracy.
• Support audit preparation, tax filings, and compliance activities.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff.
• Perform other ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing or cost accounting role.
• Experience working with internal controls, audits, and compliance within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and overhead allocation in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data to provide actionable insights.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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