Senior Accountant: Financial Reporting & Controls Leader

AVNA; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

AVNA is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee the organization's accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support month-end and year-end closes. The role includes financial analysis, mentoring junior staff, and assisting with audits and budgeting.

Responsibilities include preparing statements, GL management, month-end closings, reconciliations, tax filings, audits, and cross-functional collaboration for financial decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5–8 years progressive accounting experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• CPA, CMA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting and tax regulations.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger activities and ensure accurate journal entries.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany transactions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare tax and statutory filings as applicable.
• Assist with internal and external audits with schedules and documentation.
• Analyze financial data and identify trends, discrepancies, and improvements.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Mentor and supervise junior accounting staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger management

Account reconciliations

Budgeting and forecasting

Tax compliance

Audit coordination

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AVNA is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee the organization's accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support month-end and year-end closes. The role includes financial analysis, mentoring junior staff, and assisting with audits and budgeting.

Responsibilities include preparing statements, GL management, month-end closings, reconciliations, tax filings, audits, and cross-functional collaboration for financial decision-making.