Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting @ Compliance

Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting & Compliance

Department:
Accounting.

Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer. FLSA Status:
Exempt.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee general ledger integrity, financial reporting accuracy, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a strong working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls, and financial statement preparation.

The ideal candidate is operationally strong, audit-comfortable, and capable of managing accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. CPA designation is not required; however, demonstrated GAAP expertise is essential.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with financial statement preparation.
• Experience working with external auditors.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).
• High level of discretion and professionalism.

• Public accounting background.
• Experience in multi-entity or parent-subsidiary structures.

• Oversee and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports for management, parent entities, lenders, and stakeholders.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and contractual requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison for external auditors during reviews and audits.
• Prepare audit work papers and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate insurance audits (Workers Compensation & General Liability).
• Prepare property tax schedules, business licenses, and annual filings.

• Assist in preparation of annual and 5-year operating budgets.
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide actionable recommendations.
• Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis as requested.
• Conduct margin, sales, and customer profitability analysis.

• Oversee accounts payable processes and expense approval controls.
• Assist with cash management and banking relationships.
• Reconcile payroll to general ledger.
• Prepare commission and rebate reporting.
• Support internal control improvements and process optimization.