Senior Accountant
Canton, MA
On Site Required – No Remote Availability
About Reiser
With more than 60 years of success in the food equipment industry, REISER is recognized worldwide for its high-quality equipment, innovative engineering, and outstanding service and support. Total commitment to our customers is at the core of who we are, making REISER the one supplier that food manufacturers can trust for better, smarter food processing and food packaging solutions and equipment.
We take great pride in providing the resources our customers need to ensure their success. Our team of talented and passionate professionals works hard, embraces challenges, and is wholeheartedly dedicated to the success of our customers. This customer-centric focus has led to extraordinary growth, and we are now seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support our Accounting and Finance department.
If you are comfortable working a fast paced environment with changing priorities and a customer service-oriented personality we want to hear from you. Our ideal candidate has the ability to multitask, drive initiatives and projects while supporting the overall vision of Reiser.
Our Vision
- Robert Reiser & Co. will serve the food industry and other selected markets by selling and supporting equipment that provides solutions to customer needs.
- Every customer contact will result in an improved relationship with that customer.
- We will continuously strive to strengthen our supplier partnerships.
- We will encourage our fellow employees to reach their potential.
- Therefore, we will earn a fair profit and ensure our future.
Who We’re Looking For
Reiser is seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant to oversee our accounting department’s daily operations. This position will work closely with the Controller to ensure that the work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. The position serves as direct support to the controller while driving the varying responsibilities necessary for an accurate and efficient month end close process.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient execution of core accounting functions.
- Own the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is accurate and complete.
- Oversee general ledger activity, including account maintenance, journal entries, and related accounting transactions.
- Lead expense variance analysis and Balance Sheet reconciliations, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Review the Staff Accountant’s month-end and year-end activities, providing guidance and ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule.
- Investigate and resolve account discrepancies and reconciling items, ensuring issues are addressed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Support the preparation of accurate and timely trial balances and financial statements for management review.
- Establish, maintain, and enforce sound accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with company standards and applicable accounting principles.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, processes, and procedures, recommending solutions and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills while maintaining a high level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
- Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, maintaining quality and flexibility during high-pressure periods.
- Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation, ensuring transactions are properly supported and readily accessible.
- Partner with the company’s external CPA firm to support the year-end review and provide requested financial information and documentation.
- Coordinate with the external CPA firm on tax-related activities, including Federal and State tax returns, estimated tax payments, and sales tax compliance.
- Provide accounting expertise and support to other business units, contributing to special projects, ad-hoc reporting, financial analysis, and other business needs as required.
- Serve as a trusted accounting resource for leadership and cross-functional teams, providing financial insight and helping support informed business decisions.
What You Bring
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, general ledger software, and ERP systems, with the ability to analyze and manipulate large amounts of data.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive projects and initiatives to completion.
- Highly engaged and action-oriented, with the drive and ambition to take ownership and contribute to the overall success of the business.
- Collaborative and adaptable team player who embraces challenges, and is comfortable with calculated risk, and remains calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, trustworthiness, and sound professional judgment when handling sensitive financial and business information.
Why Reiser?
Joining Reiser means more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a company that values relationships, encourages team members to reach their potential, and is committed to ongoing success. We believe every customer interaction is an opportunity to strengthen our partnerships, and our team is at the heart of that mission. If you're ready for a fulfilling, hands-on career with a company that values your skills and dedication, apply now and become part of our vision for the future!
