Senior GL Accountant

Tessenderlo Kerley Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Fun and rewarding environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead financial processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and practices. This role involves overseeing month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and providing actionable insights to management.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, at least 5 years of experience, and strong SAP proficiency. The position promotes a work-life balance with competitive benefits including 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting and compliance.
• Strong IT skills relevant to accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly accruals, journal entries, and ledger activities.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis and resolve discrepancies.
• Evaluate and implement accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

Accounting standards

Financial analysis

SAP or equivalent ERP system

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly accruals, complex journal entries (including payroll accounting) and general ledger activities within SAP, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with accounting standards.
• Own critical account reconciliations and perform in-depth financials analysis, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies while providing clear, concise explanations to management and business partners.
• Partner with the General Ledger and Treasury Manager to drive and enhance the month‑end close process, identifying efficiencies, reducing close timelines and implementing best practices across the function.
• Evaluate, interpret, and implement Corporate, Group, US GAAP, and/or IFRS account policies and changes, serving as a subject matter expert and advising stakeholders on accounting treatment and implications.
• Strengthen and monitor internal controls, particularly within the Fixed Asset function, ensuring internal control compliance and identifying opportunities for enhancements.
• Review and interpret financial results, providing meaningful insights and actionable recommendations to business partners and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Serve as a key backup and support resource for cash management and banking activities across Tessenderlo Kerley entities, ensuring continuity of operations.
• Provide leadership on ad hoc analysis and special projects, supporting strategic initiatives and senior management decision‑making.
• Assist with managing financial information and support needed for the annual audit process.
• Identify and recommend automation and process improvement solutions while ensuring daily responsibilities are completed with detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and operational excellence.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge and experience with accounting standards, processes, reporting, and systems.
• Ability to work effectively as a diverse team member in a fast‑paced and changing environment.
• High proficiency in IT skills (SAP or equivalent ERP system, Excel, Word; Business Intelligence‑BI are a plus).
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) is a plus.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to add value to group outcomes through collaboration and developing effective working relationships.
• Hands‑on approach with attention to detail, reliability, and a “get it done” attitude.
• High proficiency in analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be well organized and be able to effectively work with others and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Positive attitude, good communication skills, assertive and strong team player.

Offer

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and team work
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) Plan with dollar for dollar matching, up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) Company Retirement Contribution at year-end, equal up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance – 2x Annual Base Salary
• Paid vacation & sick time & 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement – up to $5,000 per calendar year – Non Taxable
• Adoption Assistance – up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and Parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program - for you and your dependents
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability insurance