Senior Accountant

The role emphasizes leadership, accounting expertise, and operational oversight within a manufacturing context.

It involves overseeing daily accounting operations, reporting to the Controller, and training staff on internal controls and processes. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, solid accounting knowledge, and analytical abilities to handle large numerical data efficiently.

Company Overview

Quality Edge, Inc. is a company specializing in recyclable high-quality products for the exterior housing market, headquartered in Walker with over 180 employees. As a recognized industry leader, QE is committed to high-quality service for both internal and external customers.

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus program, comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions, along with a retirement plan featuring a 4.5% employer match on earnings.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Manager's key duties include:

• Maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Reviewing and preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses.
• Performing monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities and assisting in financial statement preparation.
• Managing fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Assessing internal controls through risk assessments and improving procedures as necessary.
• Coordinating audits with external accounting firms and preparing audit workpapers.
• Handling various accounting functions such as sales and property tax filings, management reporting, and cost-saving analyses.
• Overseeing daily transactional processes in the Finance department and updating management on workflow.
• Supporting the accounting team with manufacturing variance reviews and accounts payable/receivable review/postings.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Preferably public accounting experience.
• Over five years of progressive experience in manufacturing and/or general accounting.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems, with JD Edwards preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision and efficiently manage personal and team workflows.