Senior Accountant

Motion Industries (MOT); Alabama; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries seeks a Senior Accountant to support daily general ledger maintenance and financial reporting. Responsibilities include recording journal entries, reconciling accounts, and performing variance analyses to provide actionable insights.

Under general supervision, the role ensures GAAP compliance, prepares balance sheet reconciliations, and communicates results to management. It also supports inventory processes and accounting for acquired companies, plus ad hoc research as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 3–5 years of related accounting experience.
• Master's degree preferred (business/accounting/finance).
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate general ledger.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Conduct variance analyses and report results to management.
• Ensure GAAP compliance.
• Assist inventory processes and acquired companies accounting.
• Produce ad hoc analyses as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Variance analysis

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

General ledger

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in business/accounting/finance

CPA preferred

Tools

PeopleSoft

Blackline

Job description

SUMMARY:Under general supervision, the Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and in preparing financial reports. Responsibilities include recording journal entries, performing account reconciliations and variance analyses.JOB DUTIESPerforms procedures relating to the accounting function that help ensure effective and efficient operation of the department.Ensures general ledger accounts are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Prepares journal entries on general ledger accounts. Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring appropriate and timely resolution of reconciling items.Evaluates trends, identifies and investigates unusual or unexpected account variances and communicates results to department. Makes recommendations to resolve issues and makes corrections.Assists with periodic procedures related to inventory processes. Assists with accounting processes related to acquired companies. Performs ad hoc analysis and other accounting research as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCETypically requires a bachelor's degree in accountingThree (3) to five (5) years of related experience.Master's degree in business, accounting or finance preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESProfessional, self-motivated employee with excellent interpersonal skills. Exemplary work ethic and decision making ability.Strong attention to organization, detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and projects. Excellent communication and presentation skills to all levels of employees.Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines and produce accurate work under time constraints.Advanced user of Microsoft Excel. Ability to learn various software packages and process workflows. Solid knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures as relates to general ledger and GAAP accounting. PeopleSoft and Blackline experience preferred.Ability to build effective relationships and interact with a variety of people and departments.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Requires normal physical stamina while working in pleasant office surroundings.LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:CPA preferred.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY 0-5 Direct ReportsBUDGET RESPONSIBILITY:NoCOMPANY INFORMATION:Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.