Senior Accountant

SunSource; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SunSource is looking for a Senior Accountant based in Bossier City, Louisiana. This role will develop and implement financial management strategies, ensuring compliance with financial requirements. Responsibilities include closing activities, preparing financial statements, and analyzing data for cost savings. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of accounting experience. Strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in Excel are essential. The position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and internal controls.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Perform closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain and oversee general ledger accounts.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to support business operations.

Skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Job description

Senior Accountant

Energy Hydraulics, a SunSource company, is a full-service fluid power sales and service company. We focus on industrial plants and manufacturing, oil and gas, construction, wood products and poultry. We are a supplier of hydraulic hoses and fittings, hydraulic motors, pumps, cylinders and valves, air compressors, diaphragm pumps and other related items. www.energyhyd.com

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the development and implementation of financial management strategies throughout all functions of the company, as well as ensure compliance with financial requirements and principles. In addition, this role will assist in the coordination of the monthly financial close, all Energy Hydraulics audits, financial analysis of acquisition opportunities, and the annual budget process.

Responsibilities

• Perform closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals and journal entries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain and oversee general ledger accounts, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to support business operations and decision‑making.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Assist with sales tax reporting.
• Implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

General Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge in SQL preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Communication: Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high‑quality information flows smoothly throughout the organization and encourages open expression of ideas and opinions.
• Organizational Understanding: Understands the agendas and perspectives of others, recognizing and effectively balancing the interests and needs of one's own group with those of the broader organization.
• Initiative: Self‑motivated. Independent thinker. Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance products and services, avoid problems, or develop entrepreneurial opportunities. Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.
• Problem Solving/Analytical Thinking: Builds a logical approach to address issues or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on own knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Drive for Results: Demonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal or external standard of excellence, shows a passion for improving the delivery of services with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Planning & Organizing: Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Establishes procedures to monitor the results of delegations, assignments or projects and sets priorities, goals and timetables to achieve maximum productivity.

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