Sr Accountant

Senior Accountant - South Bend, Indiana

Salary Range : $70,000 - $85,000 annually | 100% On-site

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Established Regional Employer - Join a financially strong South Bend organization with consistent growth and long-term stability.

High-Visibility Finance Role - The Senior Accountant partners with leadership and plays a key role in monthly close, financial reporting, and strategic financial initiatives.

Expanded Scope - Opportunity to work across multiple accounting functions including GL, audits, forecasting, and compliance.

Career Advancement - Strong potential to advance into Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller-level roles.

Key Responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, journal entries, and account reconciliations

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis

Maintain general ledger integrity and supporting schedules

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

Support external audits, internal controls, and compliance initiatives

Analyze trends and provide insights on financial performance

Review AP / AR entries to ensure accuracy and proper coding

Partner with leadership on special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

4+ years of accounting experience required, preferably in corporate or manufacturing environments

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards

Proficiency with ERP / accounting software (SAP, NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks, etc.)

Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and lookups

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

CPA or CMA preferred but not mandatory

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

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