About this Role:
- Job Title: Senior Accountant
- Location: Roanoke,VA
- Job Type: Full Time - Onsite
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant with strong accounting expertise and analytical skills to manage financial reporting, support month-end close, maintain compliance, and improve financial processes. The ideal candidate should be organized, proactive, and able to collaborate effectively with finance and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, review, and maintain accurate general ledger entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met
with accuracy and consistency.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a
timely manner.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and schedules for internal leadership
review.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing historical data, trend analysis,
and financial insights.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure
efficiency and compliance.
• Partner with external auditors and tax partners, and support audit requests,
documentation, and follow-up items.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure proper accounting treatment and
financial alignment.
• Assist in the ongoing optimization of ERP systems, workflows, and reporting tools.
• Mentor and support junior accounting team members, providing guidance and
knowledge-sharing as needed.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA, CMA or progress toward CPA
preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
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Senior Accountant Job Description 2026
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong ERP experience required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Strong experience in a manufacturing setting and cost allocations required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and
deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills — able to clearly explain financial
information to non-financial partners.
• High integrity, accountability, and ownership mindset.
• Appreciation for teamwork, service, and contributing to a mission-driven organization
rooted in Love and Service.
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