Senior Accountant

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant will maintain and control the General Ledger accounts and business transactions of the organization, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that includes analytical work and thorough review of financial records.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Oversee the activities of the accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements and annual audits and annual budgets.

· Assist with the day-to-day, monthly and year-end operations of the Accounting/Finance Department including general ledger analysis.

· Perform the processing and recording of accounts payable transactions and ensure that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures

· Manage the processing of invoicing, cash receipts, recording of revenue and receivables and work closely with the Development Team to ensure that revenues and receivables are posted accurately and timely

· Review expense coding to ensure all costs, including AP, AMEX, staff reimbursements, are coded accurately and correct when needed.

· Perform the processing of functional and benefits expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation and recording of adjusting and reclassification journal entries, if necessary.

· Assist with aligning actual vs. budget and reviewing anomalies.

· Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, employer's benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses.

· Write or update departmental standard procedures as needed

Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements, budget performance, sales reports and other adhoc financial needs

· Perform adhoc accounting duties as needed.

KEY COMPETENCIES

· Accountability skills-proactively handle department activities and take ownership for outcomes and needed follow up.

· Operate with sense of urgency, ensuring departmental tasks completed efficiently and effectively.

· Proactive- look for opportunities to contribute, anticipate business needs and discuss ideas with management.

· Excellent analytical skills, help develop, measure, and report KPI's. Ensure accuracy of team contributions.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholders.

· Team oriented and ability to work effectively with diverse population.

· Operate with integrity in all situations. Values open communication.

· Open minded, willing to consider other perspectives that may be different.

· Excellent communication skills, written & oral.

· Microsoft computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED

· Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

· Hands on ERP experience a must.

· 3+ years of Manufacturing Accounting experience with cost accounting

· Excellent Excel skills- pivots, power pivots, VBA or Macros, v-lookups, financial modeling, and analysis

· Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail

· Excellent communication skills and high confidence in stating professional opinions.

· Strong grasp of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) accounting and general accounting concepts.

· Demonstrated ability to streamline and automate complex processes.

· Food industry experience a plus

· Crystal or SQL reporting experience a plus

BENEFITS

· Great team culture and environment

· Competitive salary and bonus options, as well as PTO

· Comprehensive benefits including medical, plus 100% paid dental, vision, and life insurances. Short term disability included.

· IRA match contributions

· Flexible work-form-home for qualified candidates

· Company fun outings and paid volunteer days

Working conditions

· Working environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will generally work in an office environment. Some tasks may require working in a manufacturing environment where appropriate attire and safety equipment are required.

· Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person