Sr. Accountant

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for contributing to the completion of month end close, audit related and process improvement activities as well as ad hoc special projects as assigned by Management.

Primary Functions:

· Participate in month-end close activities and ensure compliance with monthly close calendar in an accurate and timely manner.

· Prepare month-end journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules for assigned general ledger accounts in a thoughtful, easy to understand manner.

· Manage inventory sales expense processes, including count true-ups and related analysis.

· Manage ASC842 Lease Accounting monthly procedures across multiple systems.

· Perform monthly flux analysis on North America and Canadian reporting units, presenting findings to the Senior Leadership.

· Ensure integrity of the financials at both subsidiary and consolidated levels.

· Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements – balance sheet, P&L

· Assist with accounting of mergers and acquisitions as required.

· Back up to other team members, as needed, and provide cross-training to other team members on assigned areas.

· Proactively identify issues causing inefficiencies and implement process improvements to streamline accounting processes, including cross accounting system integration and automation.

· Assist in annual audit and prepare audit schedules as necessary.

· Complete special projects as required.

Secondary Functions:

· Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.

· Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

· Comply with all company policies and procedures.

· Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Other Responsibilities:

· Comply with all company policies and procedures.

· Other duties/projects as assigned by Manager.

/ QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Years of Experience:

· BA or BS degree in Accounting.

· 4+ years of related experience in Public Accounting with a CPA 

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

· CPA license Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; experience with ASC 842 lease accounting preferred

· High level analytical abilities and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.

· Extensive knowledge of Excel including use of v-lookups and pivot tables is required.

· Proficiency with Netsuite is strongly preferred.

· Proficiency with APEX (Leaseharbor) is preferred.

· Self-motivated, ability to work under pressure and on own initiative is required.

· Careful attention to detail and the ability to organize and manage deadlines is required.

· Flexibility to navigate a fluid and fast-paced environment is required.

Physical requirements (lifting, etc.):

· Periodic lifting up to 10 pounds.

· Sitting for long periods of time.

· Use of hands for computer work.

· Periodic standing, walking, reaching, and bending.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets