Senior Financial Accountant

Armstrong-Utilitie; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits eligibility on day one

Free company services (Internet, video

Discounts with affiliate companies

Career development resources

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Armstrong Utilities in Butler, PA is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our fast-paced finance team onsite. You will prepare and review journal entries, coordinate the month-end close, and ensure accurate financial reporting for multiple entities.

You’ll analyze ledgers, investigate variances, and provide management with insightful financial analyses. You will lead the preparation of financial statements and support the annual audit with auditors, while identifying process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Coordinate month-end close process and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Lead preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements.
• Support annual audit with schedules and documentation.
• Communicate results and insights to local and senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Power Query

PivotTables

Job description

Senior Financial AccountantLocation: Butler, PA (Onsite)Do you have a strong foundation in accounting and a passion for turning numbers into insight? Join a fast-paced finance team where you will play a key role in financial reporting, analysis, and continuous process improvement. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial results.What Our Employees EnjoyCompetitive pay with annual increasesBenefits eligibility on your first day with low employee premiumsFree company services, including Internet, video, and telephoneAdditional discounts on services through affiliate companiesAccess to career development resources to support personal and professional growthGenerous paid time off and company holidaysWhat You Will Be DoingPrepare and review journal entries in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Coordinate critical components of the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingReview accounting records and transactions for accuracy, proper documentation, classification, and compliance with company policiesAnalyze and reconcile complex general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepanciesLead the preparation, review, and distribution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and management reporting packagesPrepare management reports and financial analyses comparing actual results to budgets, forecasts, and historical trendsSupport the annual financial audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurateCommunicate financial results, key variances, and analytical insights to local and senior leadershipPrepare journal entries related to prepaid expenses and accrualsIdentify and implement process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiencyWhat You Will NeedEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA or MBA preferred, but not requiredFive to seven years of progressive accounting experienceKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, research variances, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendationsAdvanced understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controlsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Power Query, PivotTables, complex formulas, data validation, and financial modelingProficiency with accounting and reporting systems, including extracting, validating, reconciling, and analyzing data from enterprise financial systemsAbility to adapt to changing priorities and business needsStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departmentsExcellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentHigh attention to detail and commitment to accuracyWhy Join This Team?This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving complex financial challenges, improving processes, and delivering meaningful business insights. You'll work alongside a collaborative finance team while contributing to the organization's financial performance and long-term success.Who We AreThe Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.