Description We are seeking a highly organized and deadline-driven Senior Accountant with 4+ years of experience and a proven track record in leading and executing month-end close processes. This role is critical to ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and will serve as a key owner of the close cycle, reconciliations, and financial integrity of the organization. Key Responsibilities Month-End Close • Own and execute key components of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion within tight deadlines • Prepare and post complex journal entries (accruals, deferrals, reclasses, allocations) • Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurate and fully supported • Analyze and explain month-over-month variances in financial results • Maintain and continuously improve the close checklist, timelines, and workflows • Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements to accelerate the close cycle Financial Reporting & Analysis • Own the integrity and accuracy of monthly financial statements by leading close activities, validating underlying data, and ensuring all balances are fully supported • Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP standards • Provide insights into financial performance and key trends Audit & Compliance Support • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests • Assist with year-end close and financial statement preparation Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with FP&A, operations, and other departments to gather data for accruals and reporting • Communicate deadlines and requirements to ensure timely close inputs Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with hands-on month-end close responsibility • Strong understanding of accrual accounting and close processes • Experience managing or contributing to fast-paced close cycles • Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) • Advanced Excel skills • CPA or CPA-track preferred Preferred Skills • Experience reducing close timelines and improving efficiency • Strong reconciliation and variance analysis skills • Ability to work under tight deadlines with high accuracy • Excellent communication and organizational skills • Process improvement mindset with attention to detail What Success Looks Like • Month-end close completed on time with accurate, fully supported financials and no material post-close adjustments • Clean, well-documented reconciliations • Improved close efficiency over time • Strong cross-functional collaboration