Senior Staff Accountant

About the Role

The Staff Accountant is a critical member of the Central Coated Products & Sun America accounting team, reporting directly to the Controller. This role goes beyond day-to-day accounting to include leadership in cost accounting and financial analysis, supporting multi-entity manufacturing operations. The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with GAAP, and driving cost visibility across production operations. This position also partners with operations, supply chain, and leadership to provide insights that improve decision-making and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers for multiple entities.
• Prepare complex journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and adjustments for monthly close.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting activities.
• Develop and present variance analyses and management reports for leadership review.
• Support internal and external audits with detailed schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.

Cost Accounting & Inventory Management

• Lead cost accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost roll-ups.
• Analyze and track manufacturing costs (materials, labor, and overhead) and report on cost drivers.
• Partner with operations to improve cost allocation methods and ensure production reporting accuracy.
• Perform inventory accounting, including reconciliations, cycle counts, adjustments, and valuation.
• Support product line and margin profitability analysis to guide pricing, efficiency, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor and refine absorption of overhead, work-in-progress tracking, and production variances.

Payroll, Benefits & Compliance Support

• Oversee payroll reconciliations, leave accruals, and employee-related financial entries.
• Review and reconcile employee benefits programs, including deductions, 401(k) contributions, and benefit invoices.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for payroll, benefits, and financial reporting.

Financial Analysis & Process Improvement

• Build and maintain dashboards, financial models, and cost analysis tools for improved visibility.
• Provide insights on manufacturing and supply chain KPIs to support operational decision-making.
• Identify and implement improvements in accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for junior accounting staff, assisting with training and development.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Experience with Business Central desired.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and ERP/accounting systems (Dynamics AX, SAP, or similar).
• Experience supporting multi-entity financial operations preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on cost management.
• High attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to present complex data clearly.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and HR.
• Leadership qualities, including mentoring and supporting other team members.
• Commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.

EEO Statement

Central Coated Products /Sun America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.