Senior AccountantFireye, LLC | Derry, NHAbout This RoleFireye is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented
Senior Accountant to join our Finance team in Derry, NH.
Reporting to the Controller, this position will play a key role in supporting the company's financial operations, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, inventory management, and manufacturing cost accounting.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment. This individual will work collaboratively with Finance, Operations, and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting & Financial Reporting- Perform general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end adjustments.
- Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany transactions and accounts.
- Prepare the daily sales monitoring report and other management reporting as needed.
- Investigate account discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
- Support internal and external audit activities, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
- Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies, and internal control requirements.
Manufacturing Cost Accounting & Inventory- Analyze manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor, and overhead, to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting.
- Maintain and review standard costs, bills of materials, and manufacturing cost records.
- Perform manufacturing variance analysis, including material usage, labor efficiency, overhead, and purchase price variances.
- Review shop orders, investigate cost discrepancies, and partner with Operations to resolve variances.
- Oversee inventory accounting activities, including inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
- Evaluate inventory adjustments, obsolete and slow-moving inventory, and inventory valuation accuracy.
- Partner with operations teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and operational efficiency.
Financial Analysis & Process Improvement- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
- Support ERP system improvements (IFS) and ensure the integrity of financial and manufacturing data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and operational issues.
- Provide support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as business needs require.
- Perform other accounting and finance responsibilities as assigned.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal accounting controls.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Operations, and other departments.
Preferred- Experience with IFS or a comparable manufacturing ERP system.
- Experience supporting financial audits.
- Experience identifying and implementing accounting process improvements.
Work Environment- Full-time, office-based position located in Derry, NH, with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor.
- Collaborative environment requiring close partnership with Finance, Operations, Production, and other functional departments.
