Senior Accountant

Gerresheimer

  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 24 days ago

    Highlights

    This is a hands-on role requiring active involvement in day-to-day accounting operations while contributing to financial reporting, analysis, process improvements, and internal controls. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while supporting cash flow planning and operational decision-making.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPeachtree City, GA

    Description

    Job Description

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. This is a hands-on role requiring active involvement in day-to-day accounting operations while contributing to financial reporting, analysis, process improvements, and internal controls.

    The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience supporting month-end close activities, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while supporting cash flow planning and operational decision-making.

    Key Responsibilities

    Financial Close & Reporting

    • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and other period-end adjustments.
    • Perform account analyses and prepare supporting schedules for monthly financial reporting.
    • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results.
    • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and analysis.
    • Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.

    Accounts Payable Support & Oversight

    • Review invoice processing and vendor payment activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
    • Analyze accounts payable aging and resolve discrepancies with internal stakeholders and vendors.
    • Support complex AP transactions and identify opportunities to strengthen controls and improve processes.
    • Assist in maintaining strong vendor relationships and payment compliance.

    Corporate Credit Card Accounting

    • Prepare monthly credit card allocations and related journal entries.
    • Review expense coding and ensure adherence to company policies.
    • Investigate and resolve transaction discrepancies and exceptions.
    • Support expense reporting process improvements and compliance initiatives.

    Account Reconciliations

    • Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
    • Research, investigate, and resolve reconciling items promptly.
    • Ensure reconciliation documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
    • Monitor account activity and identify unusual trends or variances.

    Cash Forecasting, Planning & Analysis

    • Prepare and maintain the company's Rolling Cash Forecast (RCF).
    • Analyze forecasted versus actual cash flow results and identify key drivers.
    • Develop management reporting and commentary on variances, risks, and opportunities.
    • Support working capital management, liquidity analysis, and cash optimization initiatives.
    • Collaborate with operational teams to improve forecasting accuracy.

    Continuous Improvement

    • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
    • Participate in finance transformation initiatives and system optimization projects.
    • Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
    • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
    • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
    • Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.
    • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    • Experience with SAP or other large ERP systems.
    • Experience supporting cash flow forecasting and financial planning activities.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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