Senior Accountant

Job Summary

Flow Sciences, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team in Leland, NC. This position is responsible for supporting the full accounting cycle and preparing, analyzing, and reviewing financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in month-end and year-end close, general ledger accounting, complex reconciliations, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, cash management, and regulatory compliance. This position will also analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and provide financial information to support management decision-making.

We are looking for an accounting professional who can work independently with minimal supervision, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and effectively identify and resolve complex accounting issues. The Senior Accountant will report to the CFO and serve as a technical resource to the Finance team while providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced accounting staff.

DutiesAccounting & Financial Close

• Manage and support month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate and timely completion.
• Compile, review, and analyze accounting activity to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and other general ledger transactions.
• Perform complex balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
• Oversee assigned complex areas of the accounting function.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation schedules, and reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and other accounting activities as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, accuracy, and efficiency.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, cash flow information, and other financial reports.
• Review financial statements and supporting schedules for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance.
• Prepare management reports and financial schedules.
• Perform budget-to-actual, period-over-period, and other variance analyses.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends and significant variances, and communicate findings to management.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support operational and strategic business decisions.
• Ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and within established deadlines.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Coordinate and support annual financial audits and other internal and external reviews.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation and respond to auditor requests.
• Serve as a key liaison with external auditors and financial partners.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist with developing, documenting, implementing, and monitoring accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify potential control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions and process improvements.
• Support tax, statutory, and other financial reporting requirements as needed.

Cash & Treasury Management

• Assist with cash flow forecasting and monitoring the company's cash position.
• Support banking activities, bank reconciliations, and treasury functions.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate financial controls over cash receipts and disbursements.
• Partner with the CFO to support short- and long-term cash planning.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Coordinate accounting matters with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Sales, and other departments on accounting and financial matters.
• Serve as a technical accounting resource to the Finance team and other areas of the organization.
• Provide leadership, coaching, training, and mentoring to less experienced accounting team members.
• Review work and provide technical guidance to support accuracy and compliance with established accounting procedures.
• May coordinate workflow and departmental priorities and provide first-level leadership support as needed.
• Communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Finance and Accounting.
• Perform other accounting and financial responsibilities as assigned.

QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification

Experience

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience with month-end and year-end close.
• Strong general ledger and complex account reconciliation experience.
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Experience supporting external audits and maintaining effective internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and U.S. GAAP.
• Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle and general ledger accounting.
• Advanced financial statement preparation, analysis, and reconciliation skills.
• Strong ability to prepare and analyze balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
• Ability to independently research and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and ability to work with complex financial data.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure during month-end, year-end, audit, and other critical reporting periods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across departments and organizational levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial, employee, and company information.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and dependable accounting professional who can take ownership of complex accounting responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, meeting critical deadlines, identifying and resolving accounting issues, and partnering across departments. This individual should also be comfortable serving as a technical resource and helping coach and develop other members of the accounting team.

Flow Sciences, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs and are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person