Remote Status: Hybrid Job Id: 355 # of Openings: 1

REPORTS TO: Assistant Controller

SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTIONS

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and overseeing billing and collections activities. This role combines traditional senior accounting responsibilities with ownership of the accounts receivable cycle to help ensure timely invoicing, strong cash collections, and accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who is equally comfortable reconciling complex balance sheet accounts, preparing journal entries, working directly with customers regarding collections, and partnering cross-functionally to resolve billing issues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Prepare and record journal entries as part of the monthly close process.
Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
Maintain supporting schedules for prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, and other assigned accounts.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
Support external audits and provide requested schedules and documentation.
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures.
Assist with implementation and improvement of accounting processes and internal controls.

Billing & Accounts Receivable

Prepare and review customer invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate with Operations, Project Management, and Service teams to ensure timely billing.
Monitor customer account balances and aging reports.
Proactively contact customers regarding past due balances and payment status.
Investigate and resolve billing disputes, short payments, and unapplied cash.
Maintain accurate collection notes and follow-up schedules.
Escalate collection issues and credit concerns as appropriate.
Support efforts to improve DSO and overall cash conversion.

Customer Account Reconciliation & Support

Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, statements, and payment activity.
Assist with customer credit reviews and account setup as needed.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, collection effectiveness, and close efficiency.
Participate in system enhancements and accounting process improvements.
Support automation initiatives within the accounting and revenue cycle functions.

Other duties as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Proficiency of Acquired Skills, Aptitude, Capability

Knowledge

General ledger accounting principles and practices.
Month-end and year-end close processes.
Accounts receivable, billing, and collections procedures.
Financial reporting and account reconciliation methodologies.
ERP systems and accounting software functionality.
Revenue recognition and job costing concepts (preferred).

Technical Proficiency (Acquired Skills)

Perform balance sheet reconciliations and analyze financial transactions.
Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records.
Manage invoicing, collections, and accounts receivable activities.
Utilize advanced Excel functions for reporting and analysis.
Extract, analyze, and interpret financial data from ERP systems.
Support audits and provide requested financial documentation.

Aptitude

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues proactively.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.
Customer-service orientation when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

Capabilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Ability to contribute to a timely and accurate month-end close process.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive financial information.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience, Education, Certifications, Skills

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close processes.
Experience with accounts receivable, billing, and collections.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
Experience working within ERP systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in service, field service, construction, logistics, manufacturing, or project-based business environments.
Experience with job costing and revenue recognition.
Experience working in a multi-entity organization.
CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS – WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, absent undue hardship.

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment and may be performed in both on-site and hybrid work arrangements, depending upon business needs and company policy.

The team member is regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a desk, reviewing financial information, and utilizing a computer and other standard office equipment.

• Frequently operate a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, scanner, and other office equipment.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders through verbal, written, and electronic means.

• Occasionally move about the office, attend meetings, access filing systems, and interact with various departments throughout the facility.

• Occasionally bend, reach, stoop, or position oneself to access files, records, office supplies, or equipment.

• Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

• Exert up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move, transport, or position objects.

Work is generally performed in a climate-controlled office environment with a moderate noise level. Occasional exposure to warehouse production, or operational areas may be required when supporting business operations, conducting audits, performing inventory-related activities, or collaborating with cross-functional teams.