What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Cornell Pump?
Cornell Pump Company is a prominent leader in the centrifugal pump industry with over 75 years of experience and continuous growth. Our manufacturing facilities allow us to serve diverse markets such as Agriculture, Industrial, Municipal, Rental, and Mining.
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing team. This onsite role in Ashland, OH supports an affiliated company by combining strong accounting expertise with advanced data analysis, automation, and reporting skills to improve visibility into business performance and drive operational efficiencies.
Location: On-site Ashland, OH
Salary: $65,000 to $85,000 or $70,00 to $90,000 (CPA/CMA) DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Manage the accounting department, establish new accounting procedures and manage implementation of ERP system
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, variance analysis, and financial statements (GAAP)
- Lead external & Internal audits, including preparation of schedules and auditor support
- Implement automation solutions to reduce manual reporting and increase data accuracy
- Support Cornell and its subsidiaries’ business decision making process
- Monitor accounting controls and identify opportunities to streamline processes
- Conduct ad hoc accounting tasks and analyses to support strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, cost reduction, and forecasting
REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, reporting roles
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
- Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, Pivot Tables, complex formulas, macros preferred)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
- 1-2 years of team leading experience with small teams
PREFERED EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES:
- CPA/CMA or progress toward certification
- Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or multi-entity environments
- Experience with budgeting and forecasting systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience with BI tools (Power BI and UiPath strongly preferred)
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Continuous improvement mindset
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ABOUT US:
Join a company with a long history of growth, innovation, and customer-focused solutions. Work with a supportive team and enjoy benefits designed to support your health, family, and professional development including:
- 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 2 weeks per year
- 401K Plan – Up to 7.5% (3% employer contribution and up to another 4.5% employer matching) as based on your contribution thereafter: immediate full vesting
- Two medical plans: PPO and HDHP with HSA
- Dental/Vision coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Two weeks of paid Parental Leave
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
- Supplemental health insurance: hospital, accident, and critical illness insurance
- Safety Shoes: Get up to $250 reimbursed every two years
- Prescription Safety Glasses: Get up to $250 reimbursement every two years
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Cornell Pump Company is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability employer.
Learn more:
- EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- Family and Medical Leave Act
- https://www.cornellpump.com/privacy-policy/