Senior Accountant

JOB SUMMARY FOR ACCOUNTANT

The Senior Accountant is a key member of the finance team supporting the consolidation and reporting of monthly results. This team member will work closely with all operational aspects of the business to support day-to-day and month end accounting functions with quality, accuracy and integrity. This individual will own delegated accounts and have an intimate understanding of the financial statements produced to ensure compliance.The role will be challenged to seek, propose, and drive process improvements across their related areas of responsibilities. The ideal candidate is someone who approaches tasks with an innovative, service-oriented mindset, and utilizes in-depth understanding of accounting principles, and company practices to achieve results.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ACCOUNTANT

Preparation and review of consolidated financial statements ensuring accuracy and completeness while identifying and researching trends/variancesPrepares and reviews journal entriesDeep understanding of financial accounting conceptsPartners with internal customers to gain comprehensive business knowledgeConduct and document complex financial processesInterprets results autonomously using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data miningUnderstands data validation techniquesRegularly ensures that reporting delivered to internal customers is accurate, rich in actionable content and usefulLiaison with leaders and present financial reporting on various requests related to variances, cause of changes, or current business needsSupport ad hoc analysis and special projects on an as needed basisMakes recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets, and expendituresReviews journal entries of junior staff ensuring accuracyTrains and mentors’ junior staffOwns, supports, analyzes, and prepares assigned account reconciliationsAssists with financial and tax auditsAids in documenting and monitoring controls to support audit teamCoordinates complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the finance team and/or other departments

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ACCOUNTANT

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, or related preferred, CPA or MBA a plus5+ years Accounting experience requiredExperience with SAP preferredBusiness Analytics tool experience a plusAdvanced experience in Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Access, Word, Powerpoint

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR ACCOUNTANT

Excellent attention to detail, well-organized, and highly accountableExceptional analytical insight, prioritization, and problem-solving skillsStrong oral, written, and interpersonal skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with limited guidanceSelf motivated, action oriented individual with the perseverance to push high value projects through to completionDeveloped time management and priority setting skills required to work in an often ambiguous and constantly changing business environmentDemonstrated ability to succinctly present complex analysis to all levels within the organization

Why should you choose Epitec?We started Epitec with a single focus, “Placing People First.” Knowing every good endeavor begins with listening and understanding, we’ve set about challenging every part of the employment process. Bringing the proper connections together for the perfect fit.

How is Epitec different?Epitec gets to know our prospective employees, using these insights to locate the perfect placement for you. We are there, every step of the way. Providing a best-in-class compensation package combined with the opportunity to grow financially and personally through your work.

What is the result?Epitec represents the world’s top companies and works to fill their open jobs with the world’s best talent. That’s led to Epitec servicing an impressive list of Fortune 100 companies. We've also won many awards, including one of Crain’s Detroit Business “Cool Places to Work,” and 101 Best & Brightest – local, national and elite winner. And that’s just the beginning, as we work to innovate the way the world thinks about employment.