Senior Accountant

Amtech; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtech Systems in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Senior Accountant to manage and oversee the company’s accounting processes, ensure GAAP compliance, and prepare financial statements. You will work closely with Inside Sales, Shipping, Warehouse, and subsidiaries globally while supporting strategic planning.

The role requires strong analytical skills, advanced accounting knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. ISO compliance and internal controls experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field, or equivalent certification and work experience.
• CPA preferred and/or active certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the general ledger, ensuring timely and accurate entries, reconciliations, and journal adjustments.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Assist in budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic planning.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare audit schedules for smooth audits.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance and supporting documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and automation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SOX 404

ERP systems (Epicor)

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Epicor ERP

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Excel

Vantage ERP

Job description

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company’s accounting processes, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, preparing financial statements, and supporting strategic financial planning. This role requires strong analytical skills, advanced accounting knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This position works closely with other internal and external customers such as Inside Sales, Shipping, Warehouse, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and subsidiaries located throughout the US, Asia, and Europe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain the general ledger, ensuring timely and accurate entries, reconciliations, and journal adjustments.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of adjusting entries.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support management in strategic planning.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare audit schedules, ensuring all requested documentation is accurate and complete for smooth audit processes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulations.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance, including gathering information and supporting documentation for tax filings and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and automation in accounting operations.
• Work cross functionally to support company culture, values, and work such as assisting with department expense analysis, auditing, and other special project needs.
• Follow ISO procedures and guidelines, as well as follow all safety protocol measures.

Qualifications:

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field, or equivalent certification and work experience. CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes/Oxley 404, and international accounting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) to work with large sets of data.

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and on a team and meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Superior analytical, problem-solving, and data-manipulation skills to maintain documentation of accounting processes and procedures
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical behavior in managing financial information and decision-making.
• Strong project management skills to lead financial initiatives and process improvements. Experience improving ERP system procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and ERP system (Vantage or Epicor is a plus).
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time in front of a computer.

Other duties may be assigned to support the overall business. Amtech Systems has the right to revise and update this job description at any time.