Senior Accountant II

AP Professionals has partnered with a local food manufacturing company to find a Senior Accountant II. The Senior Accountant II will be Responsible for daily preparation and analysis of corporate accounting entries, reconciliations, and reports, coordinating third-party audit information, contributing to financial reporting and process improvements for newly acquired businesses, and potentially overseeing junior staff. This position is fully remote.

• Prepare, review, and post month-end close accounting entries in compliance with GAAP standards, covering areas such as debt, factoring, month-end accruals (legal, consultants, etc.), other receivables, deposits, income tax entries, incentives, rebates, and AR reserves.
• Maintain and update accounting records and files, including balance sheet reconciliations, according to company policies and processes.
• Analyze actual results against budgets and communicate key drivers of variances to accounting leadership and finance teams.
• Prepare and review recurring and ad-hoc financial reports for leadership.
• Prepare and review year-end accounting disclosures and audit documents.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including finance, operations, supply chain, and tax, to understand business practices and support financial reporting and analysis.
• Assist with the integration of newly acquired businesses, identifying and implementing accounting process improvements and synergies with the legacy business.
• Work closely with operations to provide guidance on company accounting policies, processes, and controls.
• Commit to teamwork to ensure timely, thorough, and high-quality outcomes in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA strongly desired.

• At least 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Experience in the manufacturing or food industry desired.
• Experience with inventory or cost accounting is a plus.
• Experience with business combination accounting a plus.

• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Preferred experience in public accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical accounting guidance.
• Self-starter and team player.
• Capable of working independently and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to diplomatically resolve challenges.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and integrity.