Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core financial operations for a distribution organization in Glen Allen, Virginia. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, strengthening month-end reporting, and providing meaningful analysis to support sound financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work across departments in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, coordinating timelines, and helping ensure financial results are finalized accurately and on time.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and other key accounts to maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Review departmental spending and compare actual results against expectations, identifying trends, discrepancies, and notable variances.
• Track budget performance and provide insight into areas requiring follow-up or adjustment.
• Prepare and examine journal entries to support accurate general ledger activity and proper period reporting.
• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate differences to ensure cash activity is recorded correctly.
• Partner with internal teams to gather financial information, clarify accounting issues, and improve reporting accuracy.
• Assist with maintaining organized supporting documentation and strengthening accounting processes and controls.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or business-related field is required. CPA is required
• Demonstrated experience with month-end close in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing journal entries with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations and monitoring cash-related activity.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial variances and support budget oversight.