What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Lummus Group?
Role Overview
The Lummus Senior Accountant serves as a key member of the finance team, supporting the Chief Financial Officer in managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy of financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls. This role is deeply involved in cost accounting, inventory management, fixed asset management and operational analysis—critical areas in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting skills with a hands‑on, process‑improvement mindset. Develops strong internal working relationships, including building cross-functional partnerships with sales, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, human resources, and IT. Champion for process improvement and able to drive their own agenda. Promotes teamwork and escalates known business issues. The business offers competitive compensation with benefits packages and is searching for a progressive individual desiring career advancement to join the finance accounting team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Support the month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results.
- Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
- Assist the CFO with external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
- Maintain and analyze standard costs, bill of materials (BOM), and routing structures.
- Monitor production variances, labor efficiency, overhead absorption, and scrap reporting.
- Partner with operations to understand cost drivers and improve profitability.
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
- Strengthening internal controls across accounting and manufacturing workflows.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance reporting.
- Support ERP enhancements, data integrity initiatives, and automation projects.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with production, supply chain, engineering, and sales teams to ensure financial alignment.
- Provide financial insights to support decision‑making at all levels of the organization.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO on operational and financial matters.
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 3–8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
- Experience with ERP systems.
Preferred Experience
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and accountability.
What We’re Looking For
This position is central to the company’s financial health and operational efficiency. The Senior Accountant not only ensures accurate reporting but also helps the CFO drive strategic decisions, improve margins, and support sustainable growth. It’s a role for someone who wants to be more than a number‑cruncher — someone who wants to influence the business.
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