Lead Accountant

CFS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Accountant position at CFS in Indianapolis, IN is an on-site role overseeing the month-end close, financial reporting, and accounting operations. You will mentor staff and partner with leadership to support business objectives.

The role requires driving close processes, preparing journal entries and reconciliations, analyzing variances, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and audits. Strong GAAP knowledge and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Support annual audits and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team leadership/mentorship

Month-end close

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Location: Indianapolis, IN (On-Site)

Compensation: $90,000-$110,000 depending on experience

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Lead Accountant to oversee the month-end close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and accounting operations. This role will serve as a key member of the accounting team, providing mentorship to staff and partnering with leadership to support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Support annual audits and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.