Senior Accountant Controller Jobs in Midvale, UT

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Regular Full-Time Salt Lake City, UT, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 2871

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

The Senior Accountant serves as a key financial partner, working closely with the Regional Controller and collaborating with regional and site leadership teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, support operational decision-making, and drive financial performance. This position is responsible for managing general ledger activities, supporting the month-end close process, performing account reconciliations, preparing financial analyses, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies
• Compile, analyze, and interpret financial data to support business operations and management decision‑making
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and ad hoc analyses
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Assist with consolidation and intercompany accounting activities
• Partner with operational and regional leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations
• Support annual audits and provide required documentation to external auditors
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting regulations, and corporate policies
• Utilize Sage 500 ERP and other financial systems to manage accounting and reporting functions
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial controls

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and leadership
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Self‑motivated with a proactive and results‑oriented approach
• Ability to analyze financial trends and provide recommendations to support business objectives
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience required
• Strong experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month‑end close, and account reconciliations
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, recycling, logistics, or supply chain environments preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems required; Sage 500 experience preferred
• Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI experience preferred
• CPA designation or progress toward certification is a plus

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.