Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant (AP, Payroll & General Accounting) Position Summary The Senior Accountant is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting functions while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This role plays a critical part in maintaining strong internal controls, improving processes, and stabilizing accounting operations. This position offers long-term growth potential, with the opportunity to develop into a Controller-level role over time. Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations Oversee and manage the full accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong vendor relationships Administer payroll processing and compliance, including related reporting and reconciliations Perform and review journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures Process & Systems Improvement Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements Develop documentation for accounting procedures and workflows Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Support audit preparation and coordination Leadership & Growth Provide oversight and guidance to AP and payroll staff Serve as a key partner to leadership in financial operations Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes Develop skills and experience aligned with future Controller responsibilities Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Experience managing accounts payable and payroll functions Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel Strong attention to detail with ability to improve processes Excellent organizational and communication skills Preferred: Experience in construction, manufacturing, or job-cost environments Supervisory experience