Senior Accounting Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled, analytical, and solution-driven Senior Accounting Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and resourceful problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about driving financial excellence, efficiency, and profitability.

As a senior member of the Accounting team, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering executive-level financial insights that support strategic business decisions. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong leadership abilities, and the capability to build collaborative partnerships across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight & Compliance
  • Manage line of credit balances and monitor banking covenants on a monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP.
  • Conduct audits of accounting data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective measures.
  • Lead year-end processes in coordination with external CPA firms, including reviewed financial statements and tax returns.
• Accounting Operations Management
  • Oversee general ledger management, journal entries, and reconciliations for cash, credit, and loan accounts.
  • Supervise and review departmental work, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, cash receipts, refunds, collections, client statements, bank reconciliations, W-2s, and 1099s.
  • Ensure billing and collections are timely and accurate, while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
  • Manage payroll processing and ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Budgeting & Strategic Planning
  • Develop, implement, and monitor annual budget plans and processes, including revenue projections, profit margin goals, and variance analysis.
  • Provide executive-level financial reports with actionable insights and key performance metrics to guide leadership decisions.
  • Prepare and present consolidated financial statements.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Oversee AR team compliance with SOPs and performance expectations.
  • Conduct semi-annual performance evaluations and provide mentorship to accounting staff.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration with other departments to ensure cohesive financial support across the business.
• Banking & Vendor Relations
  • Serve as the primary liaison with banks, auditors, and external vendors.
  • Manage vendor payments through ACH, checks, and credit cards.
  • Review vendor statements and prepare reconciliation reports.
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and manage day-to-day banking activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (required).
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with demonstrated expertise in financial operations and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in SAP and Paycom preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and evaluate accounting staff.
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to senior leadership.
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that values innovation, accuracy, and strategic growth.
• Take ownership of high-impact projects and directly contribute to the company’s financial success.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.