As an organization, Design Mode Cabinetry is committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are building a community where you can work with a diverse group of individuals and together, we can explore new ways of thinking and expand on our individual capabilities. We are dedicated to being a community where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives that they bring.
Design Mode Cabinetry is a cabinet company that champions Customer Service. We are an organization that believes if you treat your employees with care and Respect, they will treat our customers the same way. We constantly are Evolving as an organization and are looking for talent that matches our customer-centric organization with the growth mindset to join our family. Through all this, we work hard so we like to have Fun as well. If you thrive on delivering excellent Customer Service, Evolving, are Respectful, like to have Fun, and want to join a company where you can make a valuable impact, look no further than Design Mode Cabinetry.
Design Mode Cabinetry offers a variety of family-friendly benefits including:
· 401k plan
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
· Paid time off
o Vacation
o Sick
o Paid Holidays
· Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
· Optional Life insurance enhancements
· Accident & Critical Illness plans
· Growth and career paths
If you are looking for an organization that values our employees and values culture and relationships, look no further than the job description below.
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and strengthening core accounting functions for Design Mode Cabinetry, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close support, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable oversight, payroll accounting support, cash activity review, inventory and cost accounting support, new customer account setup, credit application processing, and financial analysis. This position serves as a senior-level accounting resource by ensuring accurate records, improving accounting processes, supporting internal controls, and preparing timely financial information that helps leadership make sound business decisions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
General Ledger, Close, and Financial Reporting
· Prepare, review, and post recurring and adjusting journal entries with proper supporting documentation.
· Maintain accurate general ledger activity by reviewing account balances, investigating variances, and correcting discrepancies in a timely manner.
· Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany or related activity as applicable.
· Prepare account reconciliations for cash, receivables, payables, inventory, payroll-related accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
· Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and other management reporting packages.
· Identify opportunities to improve close timelines, documentation quality, and consistency of accounting procedures.
Accounts Payable and Vendor Accounting
· Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor setup, invoice review, payment processing, expense coding, and resolution of vendor account discrepancies.
· Review accounts payable activity for proper coding, approval, documentation, and alignment with company policies.
· Analyze expense trends, recurring charges, and unusual transactions to support accurate reporting and cost control.
· Partner with purchasing and operations to resolve invoice, receiving, pricing, and documentation issues.
Accounts Receivable, Customer Accounting, and Credit Support
· Manage accounts receivable processes, including customer invoicing, payment application, aging review, collections follow-up, and customer account reconciliation.
· Support collection follow-up by providing account research, payment history, and documentation to internal stakeholders.
· Process new customer credit applications by reviewing required information, coordinating references or credit checks, and maintaining complete customer files.
· Set up and maintain customer account records, payment terms, credit limits, tax exemption documentation, and billing information in the accounting or ERP system.
· Partner with sales, customer service, and operations to ensure new customer accounts are set up accurately and in a timely manner.
· Prepare sales reports and commission calculations.
Manufacturing Cost Accounting and Inventory Support
· Support product costing, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold analysis for a manufacturing environment.
· Analyze labor, material, freight, and overhead activity to identify variances, trends, and potential correction items.
· Assist with cycle counts, physical inventory, inventory adjustments, and inventory reconciliation processes.
· Prepare cost and margin analysis to support operational decision-making and profitability review.
· Work with production and operations teams to improve data accuracy related to inventory, job costing, and manufacturing activity.
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis
· Work with senior management to develop and implement the annual budgeting process by preparing schedules, gathering departmental input, validating assumptions, and maintaining budget files.
· Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis for review with management.
· Develop financial schedules, trend analysis, and ad hoc reporting to support business planning and operational decisions.
· Assist with cash flow reporting, working capital review, and analysis of key financial indicators.
· Recommend process improvements based on recurring variances, reporting trends, and operational findings.
Internal Controls, Compliance, and Audit Support
· Maintain accounting records in accordance with company policies, GAAP expectations, and applicable federal and state requirements.
· Support internal controls by reviewing transactions for accuracy, completeness, authorization, and proper documentation.
· Assist with corporate tax support schedules, audit requests, and outside accountant or auditor inquiries.
· Help document accounting procedures and recommend improvements that strengthen consistency, accuracy, and financial integrity.
· Maintain confidentiality of financial, payroll, vendor, customer, and company information.
Cross-Functional Communication and Process Improvement
· Serve as a senior accounting resource for questions related to coding, reconciliations, customer accounts, vendor accounts, and financial documentation.
· Collaborate with finance, operations, sales, purchasing, customer service, payroll, and human resources to resolve accounting issues and improve workflow accuracy.
· Provide clear, professional communication to internal departments, vendors, customers, financial institutions, and external accounting partners.
· Support accounting system improvements, reporting enhancements, and process standardization as business needs evolve.
Supervisory Responsibilities
· This position does not currently have direct supervisory responsibilities.
· As business growth necessitates expansion of the Finance & Accounting Department, supervisory responsibilities may be assigned to this position.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA or CMA preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience. Manufacturing, inventory, cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger experience required. Experience in cabinetry, woodworking, building products, or a production-based environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, budget support, cost accounting, inventory accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll-related accounting, customer credit applications, and customer account documentation. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required. Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software preferred. Must demonstrate high accuracy, confidentiality, sound judgment, strong organization, problem-solving ability, and professional communication skills.
Physical Requirements
· Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
· Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
· Ability to travel between office and manufacturing areas as needed.
Work Environment
· Combination office and manufacturing facility environment.
· Frequent interaction with leadership, department managers, vendors, customers, financial institutions, and external accounting partners.
Performance Expectations
· Accurate and timely journal entries, reconciliations, account analysis, and reporting support.
· Accurate and timely monthly and annual close processes.
· Reliable budget support, variance analysis, and financial schedules.
· Accurate accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer account, and credit application support.
· Strong inventory, cost accounting, and manufacturing accounting support.
· Consistent compliance with accounting procedures, internal controls, and confidentiality expectations.
· Professional communication and continuous improvement of accounting processes.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Design Mode Cabinetry is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
