What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Symbiotic Services?
JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant
DEPARTMENT: Finance/Accounting
REPORTS TO: Director of Accounting
SUMMARY
Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant to oversee various accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Capital Assets, and Month-End Close. The role involves preparing standard reports, such as earnings, shipments, balance sheet reconciliations, and cost accounting. The Senior Accountant collaborates across all organizational functions, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering accurate and detailed work.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all general ledger processes and activities
- Ensure accuracy of operating and financial reports
- Provide advice on resource utilization and methods to management
- Interpret accounts and records for management
- Oversee daily operations of the accounting department
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, expenditure variance analysis, capital assets, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset activity.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data, producing financial reports
- Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
- Meet financial accounting objectives
- Establish and maintain fiscal files and records for transaction documentation
- Support the annual budget and audit processes
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Accounting / Accounting Department
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Proven working experience as an Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor, or Senior Accountant.
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases
- Knowledge of financial statements, financial reporting, and other financial reports
- Ability to review and analyze quantitative information with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Process analysis and re-engineering skills, including streamlining processes and system requirements
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with others
- Leadership and supervision capabilities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5 to 7 years of experience in an accounting leadership role
- Exceptional leadership abilities
- Strong problem-solving skills
DESIRABLES
- CPA Certification
- Furniture industry experience preferred
- Manufacturing experience
EFFORT
- Must work full-time
- Occasional travel required (Conover, NC)
- Must be a self-starter