Senior Accountant

American Superconductor; West Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Superconductor seeks a Senior Accountant to support ASC 606 revenue recognition, SEC reporting, and GAAP compliance in a Queensbury, NY office. You will own core accounting processes, prepare complex journal entries, and collaborate across departments to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.

The role requires 3-5 years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, and strong Excel/Oracle ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 3-5 years relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, ASC 606, and ASC 842.
• SOX internal control frameworks knowledge (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of core accounting processes.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review complex monthly journal entries (deferred revenue, leases, etc.).
• Perform and oversee account reconciliation and analysis for key balance sheet accounts.
• Review invoicing for proper sales tax application and manage accrued sales tax.
• Prepare and file multi-state sales tax returns.
• Collaborate with AR for collections and aging analysis.
• Assist cash flow forecasting with the plant controller.
• Mentor staff and lead ad hoc finance projects.

Skills

Excel

Oracle ERP

Independent work

Deadline management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

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Senior Accountant

Regular Full-time US_NY_NEPSI, Queensbury, NY, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1051

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Title:

Senior Accountant

Reports to:

Accounting Manager

Department:

CGS Cost Accounting

Summary –This position will support key accounting functions with a focus on ASC 606 revenue recognition, SEC reporting, and complex reconciliation. This role will play a critical part in preparing accurate financial statements and ensuring compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and internal controls.

Job Responsibilities – Activities:

Functions:

• Take ownership of core accounting processes
• Provide guidance to junior team members, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and ensure timely, accurate reporting
• Prepare and review complex monthly journal entries, including those related to deferred revenue, leases, and other technical areas
• Perform and oversee account reconciliation and analysis for key balance sheet accounts such as accounts receivable, restricted cash, deferred revenue, inventory, and lease accounting
• Review and assess customer invoicing for proper sales tax application and manage the related accounting for accrued sales tax
• Review and reconcile inventory accounts, conduct audits when necessary, and review/update components costs
• Prepare and file multi-state sales tax returns in a timely and accurate manner
• Collaborate with the AR team to support collections, aging analysis, and customer communications
• Work with plant controller on cash flow forecasting
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger subsidiary records, including accounts receivable ledgers and external lease software systems
• Prepare detailed audit schedules for both quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Respond to auditor inquiries as needed.
• Support the company's SOX compliance by preparing schedules and ensuring proper documentation of key controls
• Serve as a resource and mentor to junior accounting staff; assist in training and reviewing their work when appropriate
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and take the lead on ad hoc projects and analyses to support the finance team's goals
• Other tasks as required

Education - Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 3-5 years relevant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP, ASC 606, and ASC 842

Preferred:

• CPA or CPA track
• 3+years relevant accounting experience in a public company or public accounting environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP, ASC 606, and ASC 842
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley internal control frameworks

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) required
• Experience with Oracle ERP or similar systems strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Detail-oriented
• Proactive mindset
• Strong sense of ownership