Sr. Accountant

Our client in the market for an accomplished Sr. Accountant to become part of their dynamic team. The role is based in the Horsham, Pennsylvania area, within the manufacturing sector, focusing on government contracts. The successful candidate will be entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing general ledger maintenance, undertaking financial reconciliation and analysis, supporting month-end processes, ensuring tax compliance, and managing cash flow and payroll, among other tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the general ledger, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all financial transactions.
• Manage daily accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) operations while adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular financial reconciliations, including fixed assets, depreciation, inventory, and budgeted expenses.
• Review financial data in detail to identify and rectify any discrepancies promptly.
• Assist the Director of Finance with month-end close processes, including the preparation of journal entries and variance analyses.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports and supporting documentation for management review.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations by filing monthly sales/use tax submissions for the applicable locations.
• Monitor cash flow and manage daily working capital requirements to maintain operational stability.
• Reconcile payroll records to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial processes and goals with broader operational objectives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the AP/AR Specialist, fostering a team-oriented environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role as a Sr. Accountant
• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation is a must
• Experience in Balance Sheet Reconciliation is required
• Familiarity with Bank Reconciliations is necessary
• Extensive knowledge of General Ledger is preferred
• Proficient in preparing and reviewing Journal Entries
• Must be adept at using Microsoft Excel for accounting tasks
• Experience in Month End Close processes is essential
• Proficiency in using Costpoint - Deltek is a strong advantage