Sr. Accountant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations and plays a key part in accurate financial reporting, compliance, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to financial controls, and the ability to work effectively with both plant leadership and shared accounting teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and improve purchasing and accounts payable activities to promote accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial oversight.

• Support accounts receivable follow-up, complete bank reconciliations, and help manage cash activity to strengthen working capital performance.

• Partner with the Plant Controller and accounting colleagues to complete monthly close tasks, prepare journal entries, and reconcile balance sheet accounts.

• Contribute to consolidated financial reporting by preparing accurate supporting information for inclusion in parent company results.

• Work closely with operations and shipping teams to assist with inventory cycle counts and help track inventory levels needed to support production demands.

• Maintain internal control standards and provide documentation and assistance during internal and external audit reviews.

• Coordinate accounting support for federal and state tax reporting obligations in partnership with finance leadership.

• Provide administrative support and assist with selected human resources-related tasks as needed.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

• Proven ability to perform bank reconciliations and support accurate cash reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

• Experience working across departments with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to financial accuracy and control.

• Manufacturing cost accounting knowledge is strongly preferred.

• Certifications demonstrating attention to detail are appreciated but not required.

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