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The primary result expected from the Sr. Accountant is financial information reporting, billing, variance analysis, audits, and finalizing payroll. The Sr. Accountant will oversee the daily operations and improvement of the accounting department. This position will work closely with the Director of Finance and will complete other tasks as they are assigned by the Director of Finance. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes month-end and year-end closing, including preparation of journal entries, account and variance analysis, reconciliations to the general ledger, and coordination of audits
• Assists in the preparation of the appropriate quarterly and annual reporting packages
• Responsible for all aspects of the weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing
• Reviews the accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed asset schedules
• May conduct variance analyses such as reviewing the balance sheet and income statement for any unexpected variances and researching variances to identify root cause for variance
• Develops accounting operational improvements
• Creates and updates procedures on an ongoing basis
• Assists with international shipments and reporting
• Reports Federal, State, and Local taxes and other required filings
• Oversees and serves as a backup for the tasks held by the Accounting Specialist, including cash application, customer invoicing, vouchering invoices, and discrepancy resolutions
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  The list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

COMPETENCIES:

• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), balance sheet and income statement methods, internal controls, and other areas related to financial reporting
• Comfortable with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft products
• Working knowledge of ERP
• Ability to recommend changes and upgrades to meet the needs of the business
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills paired with the ability to comprehend complex accounting functions
• Excellent communication, people development, planning, and organization skills
• High energy level and tolerance to tight deadlines
• Forward thinking approaches to maintain the company’s exceptional growth 
  

PREFERRED AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Secondary Education in Accounting preferred

Experience and/or Training: Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred; experience with Infor Syteline software preferred but not required 

Licenses/Certificates: No requirements

Technology/Equipment: Demonstrated knowledge in the use of current technology, Microsoft office products, and other manufacturing software

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• It is necessary for this position to occasionally climb stairs throughout the day.
• Manual dexterity is required to perform normal day to day functions.
• Must demonstrate patience to successfully work through frustrating challenges and always present oneself in a calm, professional manner.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The main working environment for this position is the standard climate-controlled office environment.

Occasionally, this position will be exposed to the plant environment. The plant environment is climate controlled as well and may include on occasion, exposure to heat, cold, noise, and odors. Personal protective equipment is required in appropriate areas.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.