Position Type Full Time Indirect

Description

The Senior Accountant serves as a key member of the Corporate Accounting team with responsibility for complex account reconciliations, month-end close activities, acquisition accounting support, foreign currency accounting, and special projects. This role functions as a versatile accounting resource, partnering across departments and business units to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and support the integration of newly acquired companies. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, acquisition-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Perform detailed analysis of financial results and investigate unusual fluctuations.

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.

Ensure assigned accounts are reconciled timely and all reconciling items are resolved.

Support annual audits and provide required schedules and documentation.

Own complex balance sheet account reconciliations across multiple entities.

Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Assist with accounting integration activities related to acquired companies.

Support purchase accounting and opening balance sheet validation efforts.

Participate in onboarding acquired entities into corporate accounting processes and reporting structures.

Partner with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Operations teams on integration initiatives.

Prepare and review foreign currency translation and remeasurement calculations.

Support multi-currency and intercompany accounting activities.

Assist with international reporting requirements and consolidation processes.

Coordinate with business units to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies.

Lead or participate in special projects, process improvement initiatives, and automation efforts.

Develop and maintain accounting documentation, procedures, and process maps.

Serve as a key contributor on cross-functional finance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

CPA preferred or actively pursuing certification.

Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

At least 2 years of experience in a Senior Accountant or equivalent role.

Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or purchase accounting strongly preferred.

Foreign currency accounting experience required.

Experience in a multi-entity environment preferred.

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and IFRS.

Experience with foreign currency accounting and consolidations.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Knowledge of internal controls and audit support processes.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset.

Additional requirements:

Public accounting experience is preferred.

Power Query and Power BI experience are preferred.

Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.

Ability to support acquisition-driven growth and integration activities.

Work Conditions:

Primarily office-based work environment.

Regular use of computers, financial systems, and standard office equipment.

May require extended work hours during month-end, quarter-end, year-end close periods, audits, acquisitions, and integration activities.

Frequent collaboration with internal departments and business units across the organization.

Applied Technical Services, Inc.

New Jobs

Senior Accountant (58290)