Senior Accountant at Creative Financial Staffing

Senior Accountant

Job Summary

CFS is working with a local organization in the Putnam County area to find their next Senior Accountant who will report directly to the Controller.

This individual will play a key role in preparing monthly financial statements, analyzing reports, and reviewing account reconciliations. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for preparing work papers and gathering relevant documentation for third-party audits. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices, possess excellent communication and presentation abilities, and exhibit strong business acumen.

Why Join this Organization:

• Close knit environment.
• Family-Owned Organization.
• Team/ Company bonding events.
• Generous benefits.
• Growth potential throughout department.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Essential Functions:

• Results matter. Review and approve journal entries for accurate posting to the general ledger.
• Prepare journal adjustments for the month-end close process.
• Compile and analyze data from the general ledger to prepare both internal and external consolidated financial statements.
• Review monthly account reconciliations for various Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts.
• Focused. Analyze plant expenses and conduct qualitative reviews of variances, including comparisons to budget and prior year results.
• Mastery. Provide insights and answers to accounting and financial inquiries by researching and interpreting relevant data.
• Respect and engage. Support external auditors by preparing work papers and gathering necessary account information and documentation for the annual audit.
• Dedication. Independently conduct analyses or prepare reports to fulfill specific project requirements.
• Oversee general accounting functions, including capital expenditures, payroll reconciliations, and job cost entries.
• Ownership and caring. Maintain and manage the schedule for tax filings and ensure timely payments.
• Obligated. Assist in identifying and implementing ERP system enhancements.
• Transparency and learning. Stay current on and maintain knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and procedures.
  
  

Requirements, Education And Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance within a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing financial data and numeric analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel is required; skills in Word, PowerPoint, and familiarity with Tableau and/or Vista are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SFAS/GAAP rules and reporting standards.
• Exceptional analytical abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in professional English.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring accuracy, thoroughness, and timely completion.

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