We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant with strong experience in cost accounting, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR), along with ERP system knowledge—preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC). This role is critical to maintaining the financial integrity of the business, ensuring accurate cost and transactional reporting, and supporting continuous process improvement. Our ideal candidate is a strong communicator, team player, team builder, and emerging leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Primary Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries, such as accruals for expenses, depreciation entries, and adjustments for prepaid expenses.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, intercompany accounts, and fixed assets.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and prior periods, identifying and explaining significant variances.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Fixed Assets

• Maintain the fixed asset ledger, ensuring all additions, disposals, and transfers are accurately recorded.
• Calculate and post depreciation for all fixed assets.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories of fixed assets and reconcile with the fixed asset ledger.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards for fixed assets.
• Prepare detailed reports on fixed asset movements and valuations for management review.
• Assist in the development and implementation of fixed asset policies and procedures.

Prepaid Expenses

• Maintain and update prepaid expense schedules.
• Prepare and post amortization entries for prepaid expenses.
• Ensure all prepaid expenses are accurately recorded and amortized over the appropriate periods.
• Monitor and reconcile prepaid accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Treasury

• Record cash receipts. Clear checks.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of cash balances.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between bank statements and company records.

Broker Commissions

• Calculate and record broker commissions based on sales agreements and contracts.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of commissions to brokers.
• Reconcile commission accounts and investigate any discrepancies.
• Prepare detailed reports on commission payments and outstanding balances for management review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3 – 5 years of accounting experience, with hands-on involvement in cost accounting, AP, and AR.
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations).
• Knowledge of GAAP and experience in manufacturing or food production environment preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead by example, support junior staff, and work independently.