Senior Accountant

Cambria; Belle Plaine (IA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

401(k) with matching

Discretionary profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cambria is seeking a Senior Accountant responsible for ensuring GAAP-compliant accounting procedures and partnering with operational leaders, corporate staff and other professionals. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and training to grow the department.

The starting salary range is $86,000–$115,000 with competitive benefits, including health and dental insurance, PTO, holidays, 401(k) with matching, and other programs. Travel between local Cambria locations may be required.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge required.
• Experience compiling and reviewing P&L reporting.
• Ability to interpret financial results and data.
• Proven ability to build relationships with management at multiple levels.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs general ledger accounting including journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliation.
• Participates in month-end and year-end close; supports financial audits.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and resolves reconciling items.
• Reviews revenue and expenses and ensures proper matching.
• Prepares financial statements (balance sheet, income statement).
• Works with management to identify process or system improvements and implements them.
• Collaborates with business units to ensure accurate financial data understanding.
• Ensures adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Trains and mentors other staff as needed.
• Participates in special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

P&L reporting

financial interpretation

stakeholder relationships

analytical skills

attention to detail

communication skills

time management

initiative

leadership

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accounting procedures are implemented and adhered to as required. This role will partner with operational leaders, corporate staff and other professionals. The Senior Accountant role requires extensive knowledge of GAAP and strong analytical abilities. This role will assist in the training of other team members to further the growth and development of the department. The Senior Accountant role offers an interesting variety of projects and ample opportunity for professional growth and development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs general ledger accounting including journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliation
• Participates in the monthly and year end close process, and assists with financial audits
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts, researches and resolves reconciling items
• Reviews revenue and expenses and identifies adjustments for proper matching
• Prepares financial statements including balance sheet and income statement
• Works with management to identify process and/or system improvement opportunities, recommends solutions and assists with implementation
• Collaborates with operational business units and other finance team members to ensure a thorough understanding of financial data
• Ensures processes and procedures follow company policies
• Supports the training and development of other staff
• Special projects as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience compiling and reviewing P&L reporting
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret financial results and data
• Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with levels of management
• Demonstrated decision making, critical thinking, and analytics skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and able to manage time and multiple tasks wisely
• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues
• Ability to work independently in a pro-active manner, or within a team environment
• Demonstrated professional growth
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects
• Proven ability to effectively transfer knowledge to build cross-functional team competence

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA preferred

Experience: Minimum 3 years of progressive experience working as Senior Accountant in private or public accounting. Manufacturing exposure preferred.

Systems: Microsoft Office Suite with Intermediate MS Excel user, Google Suite, experience with Oracle, SAP or similar operating systems

Additional Requirements:

Managerial Requirements: N/A

Physical Requirements: Able to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally / sparingly (office supplies, packages, samples). May need to bend, reach, walk, or stoop occasionally. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Travel Requirements: May be required to travel between local Cambria locations

Cambria’s starting salary range for this position is $86,000 - $115,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hires for the position. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including work location, job-related experience, and relevant education and/or training.

Cambria offers a competitive benefits package that encompasses Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays , 401(k) plus matching, Discretionary Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Account; Life, Supplemental Life, and Disability Insurance; Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount and Professional Development Assistance.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At Cambria, dedication to philanthropy and our people is at the heart of who we are. We strive to make a meaningful difference in the world every day by prioritizing employee well-being and fostering inclusivity and empowerment. Under the banner of CambriaCares, our philanthropic endeavors show our commitment to our people and our community to uplift kids, support education, and contribute to a sustainable future.

For additional company information, please visit www.CambriaUSA.com

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. The results will be reviewed based on the individual's record, and the specific duties and requirements of the job.