Senior Accountant

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing general accounting operations by controlling and verifying financial transactions. This role ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions while complying with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Experience in general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, month-end closing, cost accounting, forecasting, bank reconciliations, and ad hoc accounting and finance analysis and projects, is required. The position involves preparing, reviewing, and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, taxes, and other financial reporting to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and monthly financial statements.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant regulations.
• Maintain and analyze accounting records and reports.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules and responding to inquiries.
• Prepare and submit tax filings, including sales/use tax, property tax, and corporate income tax returns as required.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage cash flow reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Analyze financial statements for discrepancies and irregularities.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and system implementations.
• Enter project labor into SAP.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting work experience in manufacturing or a similar area.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP with a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in SAP Business One software is preferred (SQL and Crystal reporting is a plus).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Payroll experience (ADP).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of an organization.
• Leadership skills and dedication to driving and achieving results.

Education

B.S.B.A. Degree with Accounting Major preferred.

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) 
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. 

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) 
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

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