
Sr Accountant
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, seeks a Senior Accountant with a strong foundation in public accounting or industry to take on greater responsibility, broader exposure, and a more meaningful role within the business.
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Description
Our client is a growing manufacturing organization looking to add a Senior Accountant to its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who has developed a strong foundation in public accounting and/or industry and is ready to take on greater responsibility, broader exposure, and a more meaningful role within the business.
The ideal Sr Accountant candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, a hands-on approach, and an interest in understanding how accounting and financial results connect to manufacturing operations.
What You'll Do as Sr Accountant
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Manage and support key areas of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
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Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial schedules
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Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports
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Perform account analysis and investigate variances and unusual activity
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Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
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Assist with inventory and cost accounting activities, including analysis of manufacturing costs and variances
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Partner with operations and other departments to understand financial results and identify opportunities for improvement
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Assist with internal and external audit requests
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Help maintain strong internal controls and accurate financial reporting
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Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and efficiency
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Assist with special projects and other financial initiatives as the business continues to grow
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Serve as a resource to other members of the accounting team and contribute to a collaborative team environment
For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
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2+ years progressive accounting experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both
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Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
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Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
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Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
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Cost accounting, inventory accounting, or standard costing experience is a plus
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