Senior Accountant
Location: Northeast Indianapolis / Fishers, IN
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our team. This role will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close process, and delivering meaningful financial insights to leadership. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, a collaborative mindset, and a drive for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Close
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Perform account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items in a timely manner
- Manage the fixed asset lifecycle, including capitalization, disposals, and depreciation
- Record and monitor accruals and prepaid expenses
- Support and help drive the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
Payroll & Operational Accounting
- Process payroll, including submissions, reconciliations, and related general ledger entries
- Ensure accurate reporting of payroll taxes, benefits, and related liabilities
- Partner with HR on payroll-related matters and maintain proper documentation
- Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis
- Analyze financial results, identify trends, and highlight key business drivers
- Perform margin and profitability analysis to support strategic initiatives
- Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and standardized financial reporting
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
- Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation
- Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements
Systems, Process Improvement & Collaboration
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen controls
- Support ERP system enhancements, upgrades, or implementations
- Maintain accurate and well-organized financial documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, HR, and leadership teams
- Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or CPA-eligible
- Experience with payroll processing and related accounting
- Experience with financial analysis and reporting tools
- Prior experience in a mid-sized or growing organization
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to play a key role in a growing organization
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Exposure to both accounting and financial analysis
- Ability to drive process improvements and make an impact
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
