Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant Location: Rochester, NY Position Type: permanent, Direct permanent Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 annually + benefits Position Overview Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization in the Rochester, NY area, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting the monthly close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, and continuous process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally throughout the organization. Key Responsibilities Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules. Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Support inventory accounting processes, including inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and cost analysis. Assist with standard cost updates, variance analysis, and manufacturing cost reporting. Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Coordinate and assist with external audits and year-end tax preparation. Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures. Partner with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide financial insight and decision support. Assist in ERP system enhancements and accounting process improvements. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing operations is highly preferred. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUPs, and financial analysis. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. CPA designation or progress toward CPA is a plus. Preferred Experience Manufacturing, industrial, or distribution industry experience. Experience with standard costing and variance analysis. Exposure to ERP systems such as Epicor, Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite. Experience supporting annual audits and internal control initiatives. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary of $75,000 - $85,000, depending on experience. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off and company holidays. detail oriented development and career advancement opportunities. Stable and growing manufacturing organization with a collaborative team environment. Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting detail oriented looking to expand their experience within a dynamic manufacturing environment while gaining exposure to operational accounting, cost analysis, and strategic financial initiatives. Reach out to Kaitlyn Ray today to join a respected Rochester-based manufacturer committed to operational excellence and employee growth.