Senior Accountant

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team!

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial health, reporting, and strategic decision-making of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position provides high-level support across financial reporting, planning, analysis, compliance, and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate is both detail-oriented and strategic, with the ability to improve processes, support business initiatives, and partner effectively across departments.

This position is hybrid, with flexibility for remote consideration for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Lead monthly financial close and revenue recognition review processes in accordance with GAAP

Support optimization of the company's financial performance and strategic position through P&L analysis, KPI reporting, and financial insights for leadership

Prepare, analyze, and automate complex financial reports in Excel and/or Power BI, including:

General ledger account reconciliations

Financial analyses and trending

Variance investigation and resolution between subledgers and the GL

Support strategic initiatives and systems enhancements, including:

ERP optimization and integrations

Automation and AI-enabled process improvements

Identification of cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities

Ensure appropriate internal controls are maintained in alignment with statutory requirements and financial systems

Review and provide guidance on:

AP transactions

Payroll

Bank and general ledger reconciliations

Sales & use tax

1099 reporting

Serve as a mentor and technical resource to accounting team members

Assist with development of annual financial plans and monthly forecasts, including working capital projections

Partner with leadership to evaluate the financial implications of business transactions, pricing decisions, and revenue/cost recognition matters

Coordinate periodic financial and ERISA audits and support annual tax return preparation

Support ongoing compliance with internal financial procedures and processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related business discipline required

Progressive accounting and/or finance experience, generally within the 3-7 year range, with increasing levels of responsibility

Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Experience with:

Financial planning and forecasting

Month-end and year-end close

Revenue recognition

Budget and working capital management

Cost allocation

Demonstrated analytical and metric-driven financial planning skills with experience developing meaningful KPIs

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; Power BI experience a plus

Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or Unanet preferred

Interest in or experience leveraging automation and AI tools to improve accounting workflows

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance detail-oriented work and strategic thinking

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership skills

High level of integrity, accountability, and confidentiality

Ability to collaborate effectively across operations and finance teams

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to work extended hours during peak business cycles and month/year-end close periods

Occasional travel may be required (up to 10%) to support business operations and collaboration initiatives

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and growing organization where you can make a meaningful impact on financial operations, process improvements, and strategic initiatives. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and partnering with leaders to drive business performance.

At LSC, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you're driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $75,000-$95,000per year.

Our benefits include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Flexible work options 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match) Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays (twelve per year) Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.