Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant for a 1 year contract opportunity. In this position, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, supervising team members, and providing accounting support to various departments. This role requires a strong understanding of financial analysis, reconciliation, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities :

• Supervise and analyze weekly and monthly financial data to ensure accurate reporting of gross margin, income, and expenses.
• Manage the reconciliation and financial processing of inventory systems and rebate modules to ensure precise reporting of rebate funds.
• Oversee monthly cost of goods sold (COGS) processes and balance center store inventory between systems, booking necessary journal entries.
• Lead weekly reviews of income and expenses, providing summaries to senior management.
• Address profit and loss (P& L) inquiries from store, district, and regional leaders.
• Provide accounting expertise and support to operations, merchandising, and management teams, serving as a resource for projects and financial issues.
• Supervise two team members by delegating tasks, reviewing their work, and facilitating their growth and development.
• Encourage process improvements by challenging team members to identify efficiencies in their workflows.
• Prepare and analyze asset and liability accounts to ensure compliance with financial requirements.
• Assist with quarterly and annual audits by preparing schedules and interpreting financial data.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations and cost of goods sold (COGS) processes.
• Experience working with Oracle financial systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Ability to manage and mentor team members effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders and departments.