Senior Accountant
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant will manage month-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls while assisting with year-end audits. This role requires a strong focus on automation, efficiency, and GAAP compliance in a fast-paced environment. The position reports to the Assistant Controller and plays a key role in financial analysis and treasury functions.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly closing process and financial statements
- Ensure GAAP compliance and internal control integrity
- Assist with treasury, budgeting, and audit preparation
- Coordinate tax filings and vendor reporting
Required Skills
- Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance
- 3-5 years of GL experience
- Advanced Excel skills
- Knowledge of GAAP and NetSuite/Oracle
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Carry out the Company's monthly close process in a timely manner and comprehensive fashion, including the preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of the balance sheet accounts, review of income statements, and preparation of the financial statements.
- Help ensure the GL, Financial Statements, and finance supporting schedules are accurate and reliable, in compliance with GAAP and Company accounting policies, and in line with all management and corporate directives.
- Where organizationally appropriate, administer or assist in administering company treasury functions for company bank accounts and business credit card program.
- Assist the Controller and CFO with weekly cash report and cash flow projection and recommend cash plan for treasury team.
- Help maintain a sound internal control environment in accordance with company policies with a focus on revenue leakage, cost control, and fraud. Identify and recommend controls and processes as needed.
- File various annual reports, monthly reports, and quarterly reports governmental reporting inclusive of Sales & Use Tax, B&O tax, census, and assist with external compliance audits.
- Manage and coordinate the monthly and/or quarterly reporting of vendors and customers that are inclusive of commissions, royalties, rebates, and reserves.
- Support the accounting and finance team with budgeting, forecasting and analysis processes.
- Assist in preparation of year end audit schedules, memos, and financial statements, including coordination with external auditors.
- Help promote a culture of respect, professionalism, and collaboration within the finance team and through the company.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in general ledger area.
- CPA is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP.
- Advance Excel Skills.
- Experience in retail industry and dealing with "big box" retailers a plus.
- Knowledge of supply chain and distribution preferred.
- Experience with NetSuite (or Oracle) ERP systems is preferred.
- Experience with foreign currency transactions, including swaps.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to thrive under pressure, balancing competing priorities while maintaining high-quality standards.
Benefits:
- Employees in this role are eligible to participate in the company's benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, accrued vacation, floating holidays, and designated company holidays.