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Senior Accountant
Location: Hybrid Akron/Buffalo NY
About the Company:
A private equity-backed manufacturer with a strong growth trajectory, strong revenue and expanding through acquisitions.
Job Summary:
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting tasks, month-end close, and preparation of financial statements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting
- Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial data
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
- Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
- Assist with sales tax filings and compliance
- Support cost analysis and standard cost determination
- Assist with audits and provide required documentation
- Collaborate with FP&A and other departments on forecasts and budgets
- Perform variance analysis and ensure AP cutoff and AR credit accuracy
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems
Qualifications:
- Must have Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Experience with sales tax returns and fixed asset management
- Manufacturing experience a plus
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- ERP experience required
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Salary : $100,000 - $110,000