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Senior Accountant

Superior Essex
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Fort Wayne, IN, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our accounting team and support general accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
  • The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a preference for inventory accounting in a manufacturing environment.
  • Key responsibilities include executing month-end and year-end close processes, reconciling general ledger accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
  • Candidates should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office products is essential.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications.

POSITION OVERVIEW  

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Senior Accountant to join the accounting team and assist with general accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant plays a critical role in providing timely and accurate financial information to support business decisions.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  1. Execute month-end and year-end close including preparing and posting journal entries 
  1. Review financial documents and data to ensure consistency and accuracy across reporting systems 
  1. Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner 
  1. Ensure compliance with GAAP and IFRS accounting standards 
  1. Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations 
  1. Collaborate with the Accounting Manager and perform other duties as assigned 
  1. Identify opportunities for improvement and efficiencies 

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

  1. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills 
  1. Must have strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, a team player, and able to consistently meet or beat deadlines. 
  1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
  1. Proficient with the Microsoft Suite of Products, including Excel and Word 

 

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

  1. Accounting/Finance degree required. 
  1. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required. 
  1. Inventory Accounting in a manufacturing environment is preferred. 
  1. Experience with ERP system is strongly preferred. 
  1. Professional certification (CPA) is preferred. 

 

 

SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. 

 

Qualifications

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, Master’s degree in Accounting preferred

Minimum Experience Required

  • Five (5) years of related experience
  • Experience in QAD and/or OneStream a plus, prior experience in AR and metal accounting preferred

License(s) and/or Certification(s) Required

  • n/a

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

  • Strong self-starter and ability to work independently
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines with accurate and complete information
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to prioritize responsibilities

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements

  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint



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