Senior Accountant

Shar Music; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Medical

Vision

Life

Short & Long Term Disability

Generous PTO

Employee Discount Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Shar Music invites applications for a Senior Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support the Finance team. You will handle general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, close processes, and financial reporting while partnering with Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, Sales, and Operations.

The role emphasizes inventory accounting, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to improve processes and internal controls in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries including accruals and adjustments.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and close activities.
• Prepare schedules for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Analyze financial results and explain material variances.
• Assist with inventories, cost accounting, and related reconciliations.
• Support external accountants and auditors as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Communication

Multi-tasking

Integrity/Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Pivot tables

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, analyzing financial information, and taking ownership of your work? As a Senior Accountant at Shar Music, you’ll play an important role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records while supporting our Finance team and the broader organization.

• Maintain accurate and complete general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, reclassifications, and other adjusting entries.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Take an active role in the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Review financial statements and account activity for accuracy, unusual fluctuations, and inconsistencies.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial results and provide explanations for significant variances and changes.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including reviewing transactions, reconciling balances, and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, merchant accounts, and other cash-related accounts.
• Assist with inventory accounting, including inventory reconciliations, adjustments, valuation, and investigation of discrepancies.
• Work closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, Sales, and Operations to understand and resolve accounting issues related to inventory and business transactions.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and reconciliation of physical inventory to system records.
• Support accounting for product costs, freight, duties, landed costs, and other inventory-related expenses.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and related reconciliations.
• Assist with sales tax, use tax, and other accounting and compliance-related activities as needed.
• Prepare schedules, reports, and documentation requested by external accountants, auditors, tax professionals, or other third parties.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Help develop, document, and improve accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting, automation, and overall efficiency.
• Assist with ERP system maintenance, accounting system cleanup, and financial data integrity.
• Utilize NetSuite and other company systems to research transactions, prepare reports, and support accounting functions.
• Provide financial and accounting support to the Director of Finance and leadership team.
• Assist with special projects, financial analysis, reporting, and other accounting initiatives as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and company information.
• Other duties as assigned.

You Might be a Great Fit if You:

• Are highly detail-oriented and take pride in producing accurate work.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Are comfortable investigating discrepancies and getting to the root cause of an issue.
• Take ownership of your responsibilities and consistently follow through.
• Are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Can work independently while also being a collaborative member of a cross-functional team.
• Are comfortable communicating accounting and financial information to individuals who may not have an accounting background.
• Have a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Enjoy finding ways to make processes more efficient, accurate, and consistent.
• Are proactive and willing to ask questions when something doesn't look right.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• Are comfortable working in a dynamic, growing business where priorities can change.
• Team player with a positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to collaborate and learn from others.
• Have an interest in music, education, or the arts (a plus).

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required.
• 3–5 or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Experience preparing or supporting financial statements and financial reporting.
• Experience with inventory accounting is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a retail, eCommerce, distribution, manufacturing, or other inventory-based environment is a plus.
• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP system strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Teams.
• Experience working with banking platforms, payment processors, or eCommerce accounting is a plus.
• Experience assisting with audits, tax preparation, or external accounting firms is a plus.
• CPA, CPA candidate, or additional accounting certification is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy while meeting deadlines.

Benefits Available for Full-Time Team Members:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical
• Vision
• Life
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Generous PTO
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

To learn more about Shar Music and our Company Culture check out our socials:

• Our Website: https://strings.sharmusic.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharmusic
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharmusic_/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shar_music
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharMusic_
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SharMusicTV

Shar Music is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation.