Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Westlake, Ohio. This role supports core accounting operations by overseeing sales-related financial activity, preparing accurate month-end entries, and delivering meaningful reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners in sales, licensing, and accounts payable.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and evaluate divisional sales data to provide reliable financial support for day-to-day business decisions.

• Prepare recurring month-end journal entries, including accruals and cash-related adjustments, while ensuring accurate posting in enterprise accounting systems.

• Administer documentation for retailer allowance agreements and coordinate closely with sales teams to keep financial records aligned with contract terms.

• Reconcile data across accounting and operational systems each month to confirm completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

• Support quarterly and year-end financial close activities, including written analyses and system-level validation procedures.

• Monitor system data quality by resolving exceptions, updating seasonal return assumptions, and assisting with periodic system maintenance activities.

• Produce weekly, monthly, and annual net sales reports and explain key fluctuations through detailed variance analysis.

• Calculate royalty advances and prepare related statements with accuracy and timeliness for external payees such as authors, artists, and licensors.

• Record royalty-related journal entries, including intercompany activity, and complete reconciliations for associated balance sheet accounts.

• Partner with royalties, licensing, and accounts payable teams to resolve issues, improve accuracy, and maintain efficient financial processes. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• At least 2 years of public accounting and/or industry accounting experience with exposure to general ledger activities, reconciliations, analysis, and internal controls.

• Demonstrated experience with month-end close processes, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

• Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems, preferably including Oracle; experience with BlackLine is an advantage.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; familiarity with Microsoft Access is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with careful attention to accuracy and detail.

• Ability to work independently, assess alternatives, and communicate financial information clearly to management.

• CPA designation or CPA eligibility is strongly preferred.

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