Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant oversees complex accounting activities, ensures the accuracy of
financial records, and supports month-end and year-end close processes. This role analyzes
financial data, prepares key reports, strengthens internal controls, and partners with leadership
to guide financial decision-making.  The Senior Accountant work location is Accu-Glass in St. Louis, Missouri.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reconciliation and direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual and quarterly budgets, and ad hoc reports requested by executive management.
• Oversee the adequacy of inventory management processes, assuring the ongoing accuracy of raw material, WIP and finished goods inventory balances
• Partner with operations to evaluate capital expenditures, ROI, and long-term capacity planning.
• Maintain financial documentation required for audits, regulatory inspections, and quality management systems.
• Perform a monthly review and reconciliation of revenue and expense accounts and cash receipts and disbursements to subledgers and supporting documentation.
• Process weekly payroll.
• Prepare, post, verify, and record payroll entries on a weekly basis; partner with Human Resources to assist in the tracking of payroll expenses, benefits administration, and other related items (e.g., Paid Time Off).
• Assist in the development of departmental policies and procedures and long-term strategic planning.
• Assist accounting staff and executive management with tasks and projects as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Payroll management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Proficient with Accounting Information Systems (AIS).
• Working knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting and management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion as required.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or finance (Required)
• Certified Management Accountant (Preferred)
• 3 years of relevant accounting experience ("Big Four" experience a plus)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.