The Senior Financial Accountant plays a key role in overseeing day to day accounting operations and leading critical components of the period-end close process. Positioned between junior accounting staff and the Assistant Financial Controller, this role provides guidance, review, and support to team members while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this role includes project accounting oversight, process improvement initiatives, and acting as a liaison between accounting staff, department managers, and senior finance leadership. The Senior Financial Accountant reports to the Financial Controller and works closely with the Assistant Financial Controller and other Accounting and FP&A staff members. Key Responsibilities Lead and prepare month-end journal entries, including review and approval of entries prepared by junior staff Oversee month-end account reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of outstanding items Review and analyze monthly general ledger activity and variances, providing insights to management Supervise and support junior accounting staff, including coaching, training, and reviewing work outputs Coordinate and monitor the month-end close process to ensure deadlines are met Manage project accounting activities, including tracking costs, reviewing allocations, and following up with Project Managers Prepare and review CAPEX and fixed asset reconciliations, including capitalization and depreciation entries Oversee bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, ensuring timely resolution Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Support audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive efficiency within accounting operations Act as a key point of contact between accounting, operations, and senior finance leadership Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting CPA designation (completed or in progress required; near completion preferred) 4–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity or international environment Demonstrated experience reviewing work and mentoring junior staff Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting Technical Skills Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Great Plains preferred Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Experience with project accounting and fixed asset management preferred Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls Proven leadership ability with a hands‑on, collaborative approach Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative Experience in a high‑volume, multi‑location international organization is an asset #J-18808-Ljbffr