Senior Accountant I

Astound; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD insurance

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Job summary

Astound is seeking a Senior Accountant I to manage payroll, software capitalization, PP&E and inventory while ensuring accurate monthly and quarterly closes under US GAAP.

You will collaborate across Finance, Legal, AP and FP&A, drive process improvements, and support audits. A Bachelor’s in Accounting and CPA are required, with at least two years in Big 4 audit. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification is required.
• Minimum 2 years Big 4 Audit experience is required.
• Month-end close experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems Great Plains and SAP, Blackline preferred.
• Telecommunications experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and written skills.
• Ability to communicate to all levels of management and adapt quickly as business needs evolve.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Copilot and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly and quarterly close in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare journals, reconciliations and perform fluctuation analysis.
• Own payroll, software capitalization, PP&E and inventory processes.
• Assist with quarterly reviews and annual audits and refine processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, AP, Payroll, FP&A, Tax and business owners on policies and system improvements.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses as assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Big 4 Audit

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Adaptability

Copilot

Excel

Great Plains

SAP

Blackline

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Great Plains

SAP

Blackline

Microsoft Excel

Copilot

Job description

A Day in the Life of the Senior Accountant I:

The Sr Accountant I is responsible for the day-to-day tasks associated with maintaining Accounting operations. The Sr Accountant I will play a critical role managing payroll, software capitalization, PP&E, inventory, and reporting. The role requires strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities:

• Execution of monthly and quarterly close, ensuring accurate results are delivered on time for reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare journals, account reconciliations and perform fluctuation analysis.
• Ownership over payroll, software capitalization, PP&E, and inventory.
• Support quarterly review and annual audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility and help develop/refine accounting processes and procedures.
• Work cross functionally with Finance, Legal, AP, Payroll, FP&A, Tax and various business owners on policies, processes, and help drive key system initiatives and improvements.
• Other responsibilities include but are not limited to participation in special projects, system enhancements or ad hoc analyses as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Minimum 2 years Big 4 Audit experience is required.
• Prior experience with month-end close procedure is a plus.
• Experienced with major ERP systems (Great Plains and/or SAP, Blackline, etc.) preferred.
• Telecommunications experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and written skills with the ability to convey clear and concise thoughts and ideas.
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of management and to adapt quickly as business needs evolve.
• Proficient in the utilization of all the Microsoft Office Suite programs, including, but not limited to MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Copilot, and Excel.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification is required.

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 (annually), plus opportunities for benefits.

Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.