Senior AccountantJob DescriptionA rapidly growing mid-market supply chain organization in the Baltimore area is seeking a Senior Accountant to join an expanding accounting team. This position exists due to significant company growth and succession planning, offering a unique opportunity for a high-potential accounting professional to assume increasing responsibility and develop toward future leadership. The successful candidate is a hands-on, technically strong accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supports core accounting functions, and drives process improvements as the business continues to scale.
Responsibilities- Support the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, managing accruals, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and contributing to timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Perform and enhance revenue reconciliations and related financial analysis to ensure accuracy and insight into business performance.
- Partner with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to support transaction flow, resolve issues, and identify and implement process improvements.
- Assist with cash forecasting activities and treasury-related reporting to support liquidity management and financial planning.
- Support state and local tax reporting and other compliance-related activities, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.
- Contribute to financial reporting, including variance analysis and management reporting, to provide meaningful information to leadership.
- Assist with preparation for internal and external audits and provide ongoing audit support and documentation.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives within accounting operations, including automation efforts and optimization of existing workflows.
- Support executive-level reporting and respond to evolving business needs with accurate and timely financial information.
- Learn and progressively take on responsibilities aligned with Controller and Assistant Controller functions over time, contributing to succession planning and leadership development.
Essential Skills- 8-10+ years of total accounting experience, with a strong track record of increasing responsibility.
- Background in public accounting or audit is highly preferred, demonstrating exposure to complex reporting and compliance requirements.
- CPA designation or CPA-eligibility is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and its application in a multi-entity, operationally driven business.
- Extensive experience with month-end close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency working with ERP and reporting tools such as Great Plains, Prophix, BlackLine, SAP, Sage, or similar systems.
- Exposure to cash forecasting, tax reporting, audit support, and process improvement or automation initiatives.
- Experience in asset-heavy, logistics, transportation, or multi-entity environments.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and a clear desire to grow into a larger, leadership-focused role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Hands-on, technically strong accounting skill set with the ability to operate independently and collaboratively.
- Strong general ledger and balance sheet management capabilities.
- Experience with AP automation and related accounting technologies.
- Prior involvement in audit preparation and tax preparation activities.
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide clear, concise variance and management reporting.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with evolving processes and reporting needs.
- Interest in and aptitude for process improvement, including identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with AP/AR teams and Senior accounting leadership.
- Motivation to develop toward Controller-level responsibilities as part of a succession-focused career path.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Curtis Bay, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/yr.
Health, Dental, and Vision benefits provided401k contribution (50% match up to 5% contribution)Additional optional benefits available
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Curtis Bay,MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
