SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

L'agence

$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Preferred hybrid background in public accounting audit and corporate general ledger accounting
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CPA progression is a plus
  • Proficiency with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
  • Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables

Responsibilities

  • Own month-end close processes, including reconciliation and maintenance of key accounts
  • Assist in preparing accurate financial statements in line with US GAAP
  • Perform variance analyses to provide insights on operational expenses and revenue streams
  • Identify and implement process improvements in the close cycle
  • Collaborate with Production, Operations, and HR to resolve accounting discrepancies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead key financial processes
  • Engage with a variety of teams and departments
  • Gain exposure to both public accounting and corporate finance
  • Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Potential for professional development and progression toward CPA
Full Job Description
Position Overview

As a Senior Accountant, you will bridge the gap between transactional accounting and strategic financial reporting. You will own crucial segments of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensure flawless general ledger accuracy, and spearhead compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a unique blend of public accounting audit experience combined with hands-on, private industry corporate accounting experience. You must be deeply detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and highly adaptive to a fluid, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Month-End Close & General Ledger: Own the reconciliation, analysis, and maintenance of key balance sheet and income statement accounts. Prepare and post complex journal entries (including ASC 842 adjustments, reserves and intercompany transactions).
  • Financial Reporting & Audit Readiness: Assist in the preparation of timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP accounting standards. Leverage your audit background to support the Company's annual audit, PBC requests and liaise directly with external auditors.
  • Variance Analysis: Perform robust monthly flux and variance analyses on operational expenses, inventory valuations, and revenue streams to provide actionable insights to leadership.
  • Process Optimization: Actively identify bottlenecks in the close cycle and implement automation or process improvements to reduce days-to-close.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Production, Operations, and HR teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and other related issues.


Required Experience & Qualifications
  • 3 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
  • The Hybrid Background (Strongly Preferred): A proven track record that includes experience in public accounting (Audit/Assurance), coupled with hands-on corporate general ledger accounting experience.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or other related field. CPA or progression toward a CPA license is a strong plus.
  • Systems: Proficiency with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Index/Match). Experience in omnichannel consumer goods, retail, or apparel inventory accounting is highly advantageous.

Key Traits for Success
  • Detail-Oriented: You have a sharp eye for discrepancies. You don't just find imbalances; you dig into the data to understand why they happened and how to fix them permanently.
  • Exceptional Communicator: You possess strong verbal and written communication skills. You can explain complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance partners and write crisp, concise documentation.
  • Deadline-Driven: You thrive under the healthy pressure of a tight close schedule. You prioritize effectively, manage your time proactively, and consistently deliver accurate work on time.
  • Adaptive & Agile: You excel in a vibrant, high-growth, fast-paced environment. When priorities shift or new business models launch, you adapt quickly and keep the numbers steady.

Physical Requirements:
  • This position is a full-time role that requires frequent use of a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
  • Frequent sitting.
  • Occasional standing, bending, stooping, and walking.
  • Must be able to lift to 25 lbs.

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