Senior Accountant

American Chrome & Chemicals Inc; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Safety equipment provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

American Chrome & Chemicals Inc in Canonsburg, PA, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our U.S. headquarters finance team.

The role supports monthly closes, GAAP compliance, and cross‑functional reporting in a fast‑paced environment. You will partner with the Accounting Manager and operations to ensure accurate financial data, drive process improvements, and support internal and external audits while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CMA, CPA and/or MBA preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including full-cycle month-end close
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP (IFRS exposure a plus)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or JD Edwards preferred) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounting Manager in maintaining accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal control standards
• Execute monthly close requirements, including preparation and posting of journal entries (accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries)
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records
• Assist with internal and external audits, including planning, documentation, and audit support
• Analyze financial results by preparing variance analyses (budget vs. actual) and other ad hoc reporting
• Review and reconcile GRNV accounts; collaborate with vendors and plant operations to resolve discrepancies
• Support Accounts Payable processes, including invoice entry and issue resolution
• Manage cash flow activities: forecast cash flows, monitor positions, process payments, and communicate risks to leadership
• Identify and drive process improvements across accounting and cross-functional workflows
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

Skills

GAAP

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Prioritization

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CMA

CPA

MBA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP or JD Edwards)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Senior Accountant

Full Time Regular Professional Canonsburg PA, Canonsburg, PA, US

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our U.S. headquarters finance team located in Canonsburg, PA. This role is ideal for a strong accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and brings both analytical rigor and sound judgment to their work.

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple accounting functions. This position partners closely with the Accounting Manager and cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Accounting Manager in maintaining accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal control standards
• Execute and meet all monthly close requirements, including preparation and posting of journal entries (accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries)
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records
• Assist with internal and external audits, including planning, documentation, and audit support
• Analyze financial results by preparing variance analyses (budget vs. actual) and other ad hoc reporting
• Review and reconcile Goods Received Not Vouchered (GRNV) accounts; collaborate with vendors and plant operations to resolve discrepancies
• Support and participate in Accounts Payable (AP) processes, including invoice entry and issue resolution to ensure timely and accurate payments
• Manage cash flow activities, including:
  • Preparing short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
  • Monitoring actual vs. projected cash positions
  • Processing payment requests and coordinating approvals
  • Communicating risks related to vendor payments or cash constraints to leadership
• Identify and drive process improvements across accounting and cross-functional workflows
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CMA, CPA and/or MBA preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP (IFRS exposure a plus)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or JD Edwards preferred) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify issues, and implement solutions
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, changing environment
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Key Success Factors

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Ownership mentality with a proactive approach to responsibilities
• Collaborative team player with cross-functional awareness
• Commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our U.S. headquarters finance team located in Canonsburg, PA. This role is ideal for a strong accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and brings both analytical rigor and sound judgment to their work.

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple accounting functions. This position partners closely with the Accounting Manager and cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Accounting Manager in maintaining accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal control standards
• Execute and meet all monthly close requirements, including preparation and posting of journal entries (accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries)
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records
• Assist with internal and external audits, including planning, documentation, and audit support
• Analyze financial results by preparing variance analyses (budget vs. actual) and other ad hoc reporting
• Review and reconcile Goods Received Not Vouchered (GRNV) accounts; collaborate with vendors and plant operations to resolve discrepancies
• Support and participate in Accounts Payable (AP) processes, including invoice entry and issue resolution to ensure timely and accurate payments
• Manage cash flow activities, including:
  • Preparing short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
  • Monitoring actual vs. projected cash positions
  • Processing payment requests and coordinating approvals
  • Communicating risks related to vendor payments or cash constraints to leadership
• Identify and drive process improvements across accounting and cross-functional workflows
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CMA, CPA and/or MBA preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP (IFRS exposure a plus)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or JD Edwards preferred) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify issues, and implement solutions
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, changing environment
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Key Success Factors

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Ownership mentality with a proactive approach to responsibilities
• Collaborative team player with cross-functional awareness
• Commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

M-F, 8am - 5pm; onsite at the Canonsburg, PA office