Senior Accountant

We are seeking a knowledgeable and driven Senior Accountant for a $100m/year entrepreneurial parent company comprised of 8 businesses in the residential and commercial real estate industry with manufacturing, construction and retail operations. This is a growth-oriented environment offering significant professional development opportunities for an aspiring Controller or CFO.

The Senior Accountant will be a key member of the finance team, reporting directly to the CFO. This role will involve overseeing and managing all aspects of accounting and finance across the organization’s multiple businesses. Will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General Ledger Maintenance: Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage all aspects of accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, bill payments, and customer/vendor account reconciliation.
• Payroll Processing: Process payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees, including tax deductions and benefits management.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with budgeting and forecasting by providing accurate financial data and insights.
• Tax Preparation Support: Collaborate with external tax preparers to ensure accurate and timely filing of taxes.
• Expense Tracking: Monitor and track company expenses, ensuring that all expenditures are properly documented and within budget.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and maintain organized financial documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes and workflows.
• Consolidation: Oversee the consolidation of financial reports across multiple businesses, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Audit & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and support the preparation of audit schedules. Coordinate with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow for all businesses, ensuring liquidity and supporting business operations.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with business leaders across the organization to provide financial insights and support their operational and strategic goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on multi-entity operations. Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software highly preferred
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (desktop and/or online versions).
• Strong Excel skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and manage multiple priorities.