Senior Accountant

The Company is a fast-growing company with a mission rooted in sustainability. We make high-quality records out of recycled water bottle plastic for musicians and labels. We are looking for people to join our company that like to work as a team to build cool things and constantly improve.

Overview:

Interested in being part of a team that makes sustainable products for the music industry? We are seeking an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in cost accounting who possesses exceptional technical accounting expertise, sound professional judgment, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can mentor and develop others, drive process improvements, and serve as a trusted technical resource within the finance team. This role goes beyond day-to-day transaction processing - you'll own the month-end close, lead job costing and WIP analysis for our custom manufactured projects, and mentor junior staff, all while helping the department mature its processes as we transition to accrual accounting.

Responsibilities:

Month-End Close & Reporting:

• Own the month-end close process end-to-end, including preparing, analyzing, and interpreting complex financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy through detailed account reconciliation and balance sheet review.
• Lead job costing and WIP (work-in-progress) tracking for custom manufactured projects, including standard-vs-actual cost variance analysis to identify and explain cost overruns or efficiencies.
• Perform journal entries for accruals, depreciation, and other adjustments using QuickBooks or equivalent accounting software.
• Review reconciliations and journal entries prepared by junior staff prior to close, ensuring accuracy and adherence to documentation standards.

AP/AR, Cash Flow & International Operations:

• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and collections to optimize cash flow.
• Manage accounting for transactions across multiple geographic regions, including multi-currency transactions and VAT compliance and reporting.

Compliance, Budgeting & Process Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and maintain audit readiness for internal and external audits.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.
• Partner with the Controller to identify and drive continuous process improvements within the accounting department.

Leadership & Mentorship:

• Mentor junior staff and interns by sharing best practices in technical accounting, bookkeeping, and financial report writing.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for cross-functional teams on accounting matters, providing technical guidance on complex transactions.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in manufacturing or job-cost accounting environments, with a strong understanding of accrual accounting, WIP process management, and GAAP.
• Demonstrated expertise in job costing and standard-vs-actual variance analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent systems, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles, including debits & credits and journal entries.
• Experience managing multi-currency transactions and VAT compliance across international sales regions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Excellent attention to detail combined with effective organizational skills for managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly through written reports and verbal explanations.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, professional certifications such as CPA are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members, with a proactive, collaborative approach and a strong sense of integrity.

Benefits:

• Remote work
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays