Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: Greater Philadelphia Area (Pensauken, NJ)

Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000 Bonus

Schedule: Hybrid

Company Overview

Our client is a publicly traded consumer products organization with approximately $1.7 billion in annual revenue and a portfolio of nationally recognized brands distributed throughout North America. With a longstanding market presence and consistent growth trajectory, the company operates across manufacturing, distribution, retail, and foodservice channels, providing employees with the opportunity to contribute within a complex, high-volume business environment.

Position Summary

We are partnering with a well-established public company seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join its Corporate Accounting team. This role offers broad exposure to financial reporting, general ledger accounting, SEC reporting support, SOX compliance, audit activities, and process improvement initiatives.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in monthly close, financial analysis, and maintaining the integrity of financial information while partnering across multiple functions of the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a Big 4 or public accounting professional looking to transition into industry, or for someone with public company accounting experience seeking greater visibility and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with quarterly and annual SEC reporting activities, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
• Participate in the preparation, review, and tie-out of external reporting documents.
• Perform technical accounting research and document accounting conclusions.
• Prepare audit schedules and support both external and internal audits.
• Analyze general ledger activity and investigate trends, unusual transactions, and variances.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support SOX compliance through control execution and documentation.
• Partner with management to identify and implement process improvements.
• Assist with cross-functional projects, system enhancements, and special initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, ideally within public accounting and/or a publicly traded company.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a stable, publicly traded organization with approximately $1.7 billion in annual revenue.
• Gain exposure to SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and corporate accounting operations.
• Visibility to senior leadership and cross-functional business partners.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Strong career growth potential within a respected finance organization.

Benefits Include: competitive 401K, medical, dental, vision

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