Senior Accountant

ADP; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CXTEC is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain the accuracy of financial reporting and accounting operations in Syracuse, NY. You will own month-end close activities, prepare journal entries, and deliver financial statements with variance analysis and reconciliations.

The role also involves supporting audits, improving controls, and mentoring staff accountants as needed. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office; Excel proficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Netsuite or SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage key month-end close activities and inventory reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries and cost adjustments to the general ledger.
• Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Analyze variance, budget-to-actuals, and billed sales.
• Support reserves, inventory adjustments, and cost-of-sales reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset records and reconcile accounts.
• Support audits by preparing schedules and documents.
• Identify and implement process improvements and controls.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

3+ years accounting experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Word & Excel

Ability to use ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle

Netsuite

SAP

Job description

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Senior Accountant

Professional GHQ, Syracuse, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1535

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

The Opportunity

CXTEC is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting and accounting operations. The Senior Accountant will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timely maintenance of the general ledger and related financial reporting, with meaningful ownership of month-end close activities, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, variance analysis, reserves, inventory accounting, and audit support.

The role brings value to the organization by delivering reliable financial information, strengthening accounting controls, managing key accounting systems, and identifying process improvements that increase efficiency and support informed decision-making. The Senior Accountant will also provide guidance and day-to-day support to Staff Accountants and provide coverage for accounting leadership as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Manage key month-end close activities, including accounting period controls, inventory reporting, and timely completion of assigned close tasks.
• Prepare and post accurate journal entries and cost adjustments to the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly financial statement packages, including the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, supporting schedules, and related analysis.
• Analyze financial results, budget-to-actual variances, expense activity, and billed sales to identify unusual transactions, trends, and required adjustments.
• Prepare and support significant reserves, estimates, inventory adjustments, and cost-of-sales reconciliations.
• Complete timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, bank, sales tax, and other assigned accounts.
• Manage fixed asset records and related accounting within the CCH fixed asset system.
• Manage reconciliation and reporting processes within Adra and Planful to support accurate and controlled financial reporting.
• Support interim and annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to audit requests.
• Develop and manage accounting procedures and internal controls for assigned processes.
• Identify, test, and implement system and workflow improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and control.
• Provide guidance, training, and day-to-day support to staff accountants, and provide coverage for accounting leadership as needed.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, while demonstrating strong attention to detail and appreciation of deadlines is essential.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to use Windows based computer systems and Microsoft Office applications, with proficiency in Word, and Excel (spreadsheet proficiency).
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the job and the company core values.
• Experience or background using Oracle, Netsuite, SAP or other major ERP a plus.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means:

• Month-end close activities and financial reporting are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Account reconciliations, reserves, inventory adjustments, and other key accounting activities are well controlled and supported.
• Financial results are proactively analyzed, with issues and variances identified and addressed before they become larger problems.
• Accounting processes are continuously improved through stronger controls, better workflows, and effective use of systems and reporting tools.
• Staff Accountants receive the guidance and support they need to perform effectively.
• Internal and external audit requests are handled accurately, efficiently, and on time.
• Leaders have confidence in the accuracy, integrity, and usefulness of the financial information provided.

What We Offer

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, with voluntary life insurance options
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, sick/personal days, and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, where applicable

As a condition of employment, upon offer, candidates will be required to participate in a background check and complete a pre-employment drug screen.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other legally protected class and individuals will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, related to applying for employment, please contact Human Resources at 800-767-3282.