Accountant

Overview

A leading manufacturing solutions organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance financial accuracy, maintain balance sheet integrity, and lead fixed asset accounting within a manufacturing environment. This role is critical for ensuring financial statements comply with IFRS standards and internal control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close activities including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Deliver timely, accurate, and fully supported financial results.
• Analyze financial performance and provide clear, actionable variance explanations.
• Identify and resolve issues early to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for cash, prepaids, accruals, and intercompany accounts.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully supported, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Investigate discrepancies and maintain organized documentation.
• Manage the full lifecycle of fixed assets, including Construction in Progress (CIP).
• Enforce capitalization policies and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledger to general ledger and record depreciation accurately.
• Collaborate with operations to validate assets and capital expenditures.
• Monitor CIP aging, approvals, and documentation.
• Identify misclassified, idle, or impaired assets and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Assist with invoicing, payments, and cash application processes.
• Ensure continuity during peak periods or employee absences.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in fixed asset accounting and IFRS standards.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and analytical capabilities.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of internal controls and month-end closing processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Location

This position is based within a manufacturing environment; specific location details will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.