Senior Accountant
The Senior Accountant applies advanced accounting knowledge to manage assigned accounting areas, lead components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and support financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies. This role partners cross?functionally, supports internal and external audits, and contributes to continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of a global public company.
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Responsibilities
Lead and execute assigned aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entry preparation, review, posting, and preparation of supporting schedules
Perform detailed balance sheet account reconciliations and analyses while proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies
Partner with finance, operations, and other cross?functional teams to support business activities and resolve accounting matters
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and explaining accounting conclusions
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiency while supporting system enhancements and automation initiatives
Assist with interpretation and application of accounting policies and procedures
Provide guidance and informal mentoring to staff accountants as appropriate
Qualifications
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree
Experience Requirements: 4–6 years experience in relevant field
Travel requirement: No travel requirements
Supervisor Responsibility
Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Required Knowledge and Skills
Experience working in a SOX?compliant environment
Ability to meet close and reporting deadlines with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments
Advanced spreadsheet proficiency and experience with enterprise accounting or close management systems
Adaptability and comfort operating in a fast?paced, evolving environment
Strong accounting judgment with a results?oriented and continuous improvement mindset
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
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