Amplify

Senior Accountant

Amplify$70K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA or MBA preferred
  • 3-6 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Previous experience in public accounting preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial analysis principles
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar)
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

  • Perform month-end and year-end close activities
  • Lead portions of the month-end and year-end close process
  • Prepare financial reports and variance analyses
  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial record accuracy
  • Collaborate cross-functionally for revenue and expense analysis
  • Coordinate and support external audits and prepare schedules
  • Identify process enhancements and automation opportunities

Benefits

  • Opportunity to advance your career in Accounting & Finance
  • Dynamic work environment in a growing organization
  • Support for continuous learning and professional development
  • Mentorship opportunities for junior staff
  • Exposure to a variety of financial processes and cross-functional collaboration
Full Job Description

As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting general ledger accounting, financial reporting, audit support, and month-end close activities while ensuring accuracy and integrity across financial processes. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization while advancing your career in Accounting & Finance.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement analysis
  • Lead designated portions of the month-end and year-end close process and support accurate, timely financial reporting
  • Prepare financial reports, analyses, and variance explanations to support accounting leadership and business decision-making
  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support revenue and expense accruals and analyze financial statement fluctuations
  • Coordinate and support external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to audit inquiries
  • Determine methods and procedures to resolve complex accounting discrepancies and improve financial processes
  • Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff and support departmental best practices
  • Coordinate directly with external auditors and internal stakeholders to support compliance and reporting requirements


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA or MBA preferred
  • 3-6 years of progressive accounting experience, with a focus on general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and analysis
  • Previous experience in public accounting preferred
  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial analysis principles
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team
  • Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights to support decision-making
  • Proficiency with ERP systems, including experience with NetSuite or similar platforms
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create complex spreadsheets and financial models


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial information effectively to diverse stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and implement process improvements
  • Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional development

About Amplify

Amplify Snack Brands, Inc. is a snack food company focused on developing and marketing products that appeal to consumers' growing preference for better-for-you (BFY) snacks. The company's brands include SkinnyPop, Paqui, Oatmega, and Tyrrells. SkinnyPop is a leading BFY ready-to-eat popcorn brand in the U.S. Paqui is a fast-growing BFY tortilla chip brand in the U.S. Oatmega is a line of BFY protein bars and shakes. Tyrrells is a premium snack food brand in the U.K. and Europe. Amplify's products are sold in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Europe.
Learn more about Amplify
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$4
Founded
2014
5 Year Trend
+22%
Revenue
$394
NASDAQ

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