The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the business unit’s accounting records and financial reporting. The Senior Accountant will oversee the month-end close process, maintain timely and accurate reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, and apply strong knowledge of US GAAP, with a particular focus on inventory and revenue recognition.

What will you do?

1.      Financial close and reporting

·Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes; ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

·Prepare and post journal entries.

·Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis.

·Review and explain variances between actual vs. budgeted or committed costs.

2. Account Reconciliations & maintenance

·Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, resolving discrepancies promptly.

·Review and analyze inventory reconciliations, cost tracking, and work with operations for accuracy.

3.Tax & Compliance support

·Assist in the preparation of statutory returns and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

·Support preparation of sales, use, and tax returns.

·Prepare tax schedules for local and federal filings.

4.Audit & Cross-functional support

·Support external audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring all requirements are met.

·Provide accounting guidance to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other finance team members.

·Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing accounting insights and resolving issues.

·Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies.

·Identify areas for process improvement and initiate corrective actions to enhance systems and procedures.

Support the Controller and act as a subject matter expert on accounting matters.

What you bring?

Education / Qualification:

1)Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration or equivalent.

2)Master’s degree preferred

Experience needed:

1)5+yrs experience in accounting, with a focus on financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

2)Experience in a senior accounting role or as a lead accountant in a medium-to-large-sized organization.

3)Direct involvement in external audits, preparing necessary documentation, responding to auditor queries, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Language:                                   

1)English: bilingual

2)Spanish or French: nice to have

IT Knowledge:            

1)Proficient and effective in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent skills in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, dynamic spreadsheets, etc.)

2)Strong knowledge of SAP