Sr. Corporate Accountant

Overview

The Senior Corporate Accountant provides accounting support to the Accounting Department, assisting the accounting and finance teams in managing internal and external company relationships. This role supports the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entry recording, account reconciliations, and compiling financial reporting packages. The position also supports external audits and maintains knowledge of US GAAP as it applies to the organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and annual close and financial reporting procedures.
• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense journal entries by compiling and analyzing monthly account information and activity.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and expense account reconciliations.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting and finance department.
• Support preparation of monthly internal management and external reporting packages.
• Assist with external audits by creating support schedules and collaborating with auditors.
• Research and provide guidance on US GAAP accounting treatments.
• Coordinate with subsidiary accounting teams and other groups such as accounts receivable and accounts payable on projects.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) within the department and strengthen the internal control environment.
• Support change management during ERP transitions and other process changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a bachelor’s degree in another field combined with a CPA designation, is required.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant accounting experience, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparing financial results for internal and external reporting or auditing.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.

Communication

• Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with employees, customers, and board members.
• Capable of aligning communication among multiple stakeholders.

Other Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comply with drug and alcohol policies and background screening requirements, including any customer-specific contractual requirements.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Occasional requirements to drive, bend, kneel, balance, lift up to 20 lbs, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, reach above and below shoulders, stoop, and twist.
• Work primarily indoors in an office or remote setting, both independently and collaboratively.
• Occasional use of personal protective equipment as required by safety policies.
• Rare travel may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.

Compensation and Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary ancillary benefits such as accident and hospital indemnity.
• Life insurance for employees and dependents.
• Employee assistance and referral programs.

Location

This position is based in an office or remote setting with occasional travel as needed.

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