Senior Accountant – Cost & GAAP Expert (Mfg/Acq)

Control Devices, LLC; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Shoes reimbursement

Job summary

Control Devices, LLC in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the monthly close, financial reporting, cost analysis, and audits. You will work closely with the Controller, CFO, and operations teams to improve processes and ensure accurate results.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills. CPA is preferred but not required; this role is on-site in Missouri with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of public or corporate accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify, research, and resolve accounting issues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support annual financial statement audit by preparing schedules, gathering requested documentation, and working directly with external auditors.
• Assist with the annual 401(k) plan audit, including data gathering, reconciliations, and compliance testing support.
• Perform cost and margin analysis, including standard cost reviews, manufacturing variances, and product profitability insights.
• Participate in inventory management activities, including inventory reconciliations, valuation testing, and analysis of obsolete or slow-moving inventory.
• Maintain and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and month end close procedures.
• Assist with integrations related to acquisitions, including system migrations, opening balance sheet support, process alignment, and policy implementation.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet account roll forwards and ensure proper documentation supporting each account.
• Work with operational teams to understand business drivers and support cross functional initiatives.
• Support cash flow analysis, forecasting, and working capital initiatives.
• Assist in developing and maintaining company accounting policies and documentation.
• Perform other accounting and finance projects as needed.

Skills

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Control Devices, LLC in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the monthly close, financial reporting, cost analysis, and audits. You will work closely with the Controller, CFO, and operations teams to improve processes and ensure accurate results.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills. CPA is preferred but not required; this role is on-site in Missouri with competitive benefits.