Senior Accountant: GAAP/GL Expert with Data Analysis

Motion; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of financial reports. You will be recording journal entries, performing reconciliations and variance analyses to ensure accuracy.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting and 3–5 years of related experience, with a master's degree preferred. Strong Excel, PeopleSoft and Blackline experience is a plus and the position involves collaborating across teams to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is typically required.
• 3 to 5 years of related accounting experience.
• Master's degree in business, accounting or finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Records journal entries and maintains the general ledger in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations and resolves reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Performs variance analyses and communicates results to the department.
• Assists with inventory processes and accounting for acquired companies as needed.
• Completes ad hoc analysis and other accounting research; performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Excel

PeopleSoft

Blackline

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PeopleSoft

Blackline

Job description

Motion Industries is seeking a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of financial reports. You will be recording journal entries, performing reconciliations and variance analyses to ensure accuracy.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting and 3–5 years of related experience, with a master's degree preferred. Strong Excel, PeopleSoft and Blackline experience is a plus and the position involves collaborating across teams to improve