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Senior Accountant

Carlson Software INC

Maysville, KYFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
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Location
Maysville, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Accountant reports to the CFO and is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly close, performing account reconciliations, managing payroll and inventory accounting, and strengthening internal controls while leveraging advanced Excel skills. He/she will also extract and analyze data from ERP systems to improve reporting processes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Advanced ExcelVLOOKUP/XLOOKUPPivotTablesGAAP KnowledgeInternal ControlsERP Data AnalysisPayroll AccountingInventory AccountingPurchasing ProcessesReceiving ProcessesBalance Sheet ReconciliationAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsIndependent Work

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance2-5 Years Accounting Experience

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Experience Required

  • 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience. • Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). • Experience performing detailed balance sheet reconciliations. • Experience with payroll accounting and reconciliations. • Experience with purchasing, receiving, and inventory accounting. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, and financial data analysis and reporting. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. • Solid understanding of internal controls and accounting processes. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Education Or Experience Substitution

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Expected Start Date

10/15/2026

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

Monday-Friday 8-5

Job Description

The Senior Accountant will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close process, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls. This position requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and the ability to extract, analyze, and reconcile financial data from multiple systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience with balance sheet reconciliations, inventory accounting, purchasing and receiving processes, payroll accounting, and financial reporting. This individual should be comfortable working independently in a lean accounting environment and possess a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & Financial Close

  • Prepare and perform complex balance sheet reconciliations.

  • Analyze account activity and research discrepancies.

  • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.

  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.

  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.

  • Prepare schedules and reports to support financial reporting and management decision-making.

Financial Analysis & Data Management

  • Extract, manipulate, and analyze financial data from the ERP and other business systems.

  • Develop and maintain reconciliation schedules and management reports.

  • Perform variance analysis and identify trends or unusual activity.

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis.

  • Assist in improving reporting processes and data integrity.

Payroll Accounting

  • Reconcile payroll reports to the general ledger.

  • Prepare payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliations.

  • Monitor payroll liabilities, benefit accruals, and related balance sheet accounts.

  • Assist the CFO with payroll accounting and reporting activities.

Inventory, Purchasing & Receiving

  • Perform inventory reconciliations and related account analysis.

  • Ensure accurate accounting for purchasing, receiving, and inventory transactions.

  • Assist with inventory valuation and reserve analyses.

  • Support inventory control processes and recommend improvements.

  • Collaborate with operations personnel to maintain accurate inventory records.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls across key accounting processes.

  • Document accounting procedures and support process improvements.

  • Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency.

  • Assist with implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and reporting tools.

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Industry

Other

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

74279

Application Email

[email protected]

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