Senior Technical Accountant

AP Professionals has partnered with a local food manufacturing company in search of a Senior Technical Accountant. This position will provide technical accounting support for complex business transactions and be responsible for reporting, reconciliations, research, analysis, and maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

• Provide technical accounting support for ongoing business activities, including conducting research, documenting processes, and drawing conclusions in complex areas such as business combinations, divestitures, and equity method investments.
• Draft and review detailed accounting treatment memos that document the rationale and application of GAAP standards, especially for complex transactions and financial reporting matters.
• Assist in reviewing business contracts to identify and document key accounting considerations.
• Aid in the ongoing compliance with ASC 842 (Leases) and ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition) standards, ensuring that accounting treatments align with the latest guidance.
• Assist with the implementation of accounting standards relevant to the organization.
• Analyze and record complex accounting transactions.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations as needed.
• Assist in coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, as well as in the preparation and review of statutory financial statements.
• Support the completion of external reporting and/or consolidated footnote disclosure reporting packages.
• Strengthen the internal control environment by updating control narratives and process flow charts, and assisting in the remediation of identified control issues.
• Develop systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Master’s degree or CPA preferred.

• At least 3 years of public accounting.

• Strong financial expertise with a thorough understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Well-versed in U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Experienced in financial report writing and analysis.
• Possess excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Proficient in account reconciliation processes.
• Skilled in conveying complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Capable of working efficiently in a remote environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to manufacturing sites as needed.
• Proficient in accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, and management skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in M&A and purchase accounting is advantageous.