Senior Financial Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility on first day with

Competitive pay with annual increases

Generous paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Armstrong Group is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant in Butler, PA, onsite. You will manage journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting while ensuring GAAP compliance.

The role emphasizes internal controls, variance analysis, and collaboration with leadership for actionable insights. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience; CPA or MBA is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Five to seven years progressive accounting experience.
• CPA or MBA is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills are essential.
• Proficiency with GAAP, internal controls, and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial data modeling are expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries in GAAP.
• Coordinate month-end close to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Review general ledger for accuracy, proper documentation, and policy compliance.
• Analyze and reconcile complex GL accounts, investigate variances.
• Lead the preparation and distribution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare management reports comparing actuals to budgets and forecasts.
• Support annual financial audits with schedules and documentation.
• Communicate financial results and insights to leadership.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

Power Query

PivotTables

Financial modeling

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

## Senior Financial AccountantApplylocations: Butler, Pennsylvaniatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2545**Senior Financial Accountant****Location:** 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 Enjoy*** Competitive pay with annual increases* Benefits eligibility on your first day with low employee premiums* Free company services, including Internet, video, and telephone* Additional discounts on services through affiliate companies* Access to career development resources to support personal and professional growth* Generous paid time off and company holidays**What You Will Be Doing*** Prepare 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 reporting* Review accounting records and transactions for accuracy, proper documentation, classification, and compliance with company policies* Analyze and reconcile complex general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies* Lead the preparation, review, and distribution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and management reporting packages* Prepare management reports and financial analyses comparing actual results to budgets, forecasts, and historical trends* Support the annual financial audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurate* Communicate financial results, key variances, and analytical insights to local and senior leadership* Prepare journal entries related to prepaid expenses and accruals* Identify and implement process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency**What You Will Need****Education & Experience*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting* CPA or MBA preferred, but not required* Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities*** Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, research variances, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations* Advanced understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Power Query, PivotTables, complex formulas, data validation, and financial modeling* Proficiency with accounting and reporting systems, including extracting, validating, reconciling, and analyzing data from enterprise financial systems* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment* High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy**Why 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 Are** The 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.