Senior Accountant, Midwest Fiber - Bloomington, United States - Closed Loop Partners, LLC

Description

Job Description

Location: Normal, IL

ROLE SUMMARY

MWF (Midwest Fiber) is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure efficient and accurate execution of all general accounting functions. It is the Senior Accountant's responsibility to ensure timely and accurate monthly financial closings while assisting the VP of Accounting in assuring compliance with internal controls and procedures throughout the company; safeguard the company's assets and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and execute month-end close processes in accordance with closing schedule including and not limited to journal entry preparation and review, account analysis, maintenance of various schedules, and Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data in compliance with GAAP
• Responsible for the transmission of daily and weekly banking files as part of the day-to-day treasury functions (initiating wires/ACH's, transmission of banking files, and approving Positive Pay)
• Lead the annual audit by preparing and providing documentation, explanations, and support to external auditors
• Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance
• Management of all fixed asset accounting activities including the processing of all accounting entries associated with acquisition, capitalization, disposal, impairment, and depreciation of fixed assets
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including accounting, operations, and other departments, to achieve company objectives
• Perform other accounting duties and support accounting team as required or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Proactive approach to driving process improvements and efficiencies
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• cieTrade experience preferred but not mandatory
• Microsoft Dynamics Business Central (BC) experience preferred but not mandatory
• Experience managing and accounting for Fixed Assets
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty
• Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment