What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Accountant position at Action Industries?
Company Overview
ACTION INDUSTRIES is a leading manufacturer and distributor of garage door parts, dedicated to providing high-quality products and exceptional service to dealers, distributors, and contractors. With a focus on reliability, custom solutions, and industry expertise, we streamline the procurement process to help our partners complete their projects efficiently.
Job Overview
The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role in the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close, and compliance with accounting standards. This role partners closely with the Controller, FP&A, and cross-functional teams to maintain financial integrity and support business decision-making. The Senior Staff Accountant is both a hands-on contributor and a subject-matter expert for core accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Lead critical components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Ensure accuracy of the general ledger and compliance with GAAP.
- Assist in preparing internal financial statements and management reporting packages.
Account Reconciliations & Analysis
- Perform detailed reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts (cash, accruals, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, etc.).
- Investigate variances and provide clear explanations to management.
- Maintain documentation to support audit readiness.
Operational Accounting
- Support AP, AR, payroll, and cash management activities as needed.
- Review and approve transactions to ensure proper coding and policy compliance.
- Assist with revenue recognition, expense accruals, and cost allocations.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve close efficiency.
- Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and internal control improvements.
- Document processes and maintain updated accounting policies.
Audit & Compliance
- Prepare audit schedules and serve as a primary contact for external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with tax filings, 1099s, and other compliance reporting.
Cross-Functional Support
- Partner with FP&A on variance analysis and forecasting inputs.
- Collaborate with operations, HR, and procurement to ensure accurate financial data.
- Provide accounting guidance to business partners.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA or CPA-track preferred).
- 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling fundamentals).
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- FP&A Experience preferred
Success Profile
The strongest Senior Staff Accountants demonstrate:
- Ownership mindset — takes responsibility for accuracy and deadlines.
- Analytical rigor — digs into variances and identifies root causes.
- Process discipline — maintains clean reconciliations and documentation.
- Communication clarity — explains accounting concepts to non-finance teams.
- Continuous improvement — proactively enhances processes and controls.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person