Senior Accountant

Description

Department: Accounting

Reporting: General Manager, Controlling

FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act): Exempt.

Working time: Full-time employee as per staff handbook.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Company's accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and financial reporting. This position plays a key role in the month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, regulatory compliance, audit support, and financial analysis. The Senior Accountant will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives, maintain effective internal controls, and drive continuous process improvements.

General Ledger & Financial Close

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate account variances.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis as required.

Cash Management & Payment Controls

• Prepare and review bank reconciliations.
• Review payment requests and support documentation to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Support payment approval processes and cash management activities.
• Monitor daily banking activities and resolve banking-related issues.

Accounts Receivable & Credit Management

• Monitor customer account balances and collections activities.
• Support credit reviews and customer credit management processes.
• Assist in resolving customer payment issues and account discrepancies.
• Provide oversight of accounts receivable activities to improve collection performance and minimize bad debt exposure.

Fixed Assets & Lease Accounting

• Maintain fixed asset records, including asset capitalization, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment for capital expenditures.
• Maintain lease accounting schedules and related accounting entries in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Support periodic reviews of fixed assets and lease agreements.

Tax, Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for auditors.
• Assist with preparation of tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate annual 1099 reporting and related compliance activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

Budgeting & Process Improvement

• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting activities.
• Analyze financial results and explain variances.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Participate in special projects and system implementations as assigned.

Requirements

GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS & PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Effectively manage time, resources, and priorities to meet deadlines and achieve departmental objectives.
• Maintain open and proactive communication with management and team members regarding project status, risks, and issues.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Stay current on changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide support to colleagues as needed.
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, professional development, and industry research.
• Accept and apply constructive feedback to support continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Uphold high ethical standards, professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all business activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Keeping management informed by participating in meetings and by reporting problems to management verbally or in writing in order to avoid confusion or issues.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP ERP systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Experience with fixed assets, lease accounting, accounts receivable, and credit management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Japanese language skills are a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: UBE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability

Salary Description

$81,000 - $92,000