JOB OVERVIEW:

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the accounting operations, with primary responsibility for General Ledger and Accounts Payable functions. This position is well-suited for a driven accounting professional who is interested in developing expertise in public company reporting, SOX compliance, and internal controls, with potential to growth into an accounting management role. The Senior Accountant partners closely with the Finance leader and cross-functional teams to ensure timely financial closes, compliance with US GAAP, and audit readiness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Maintain and reconcile General Ledger accounts to ensure accurate and complete financial records

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and month-end adjustments in accordance with US GAAP

Support month-end and year-end close processes for a public company environment

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations; investigate and resolve reconciling items timely

Manage and support Accounts Payable activities, including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor reconciliations

Review AP transactions for accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with internal controls

Assist with preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting

Support quarterly and annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries

Execute, document, and maintain internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements

Participate in SOX testing, walkthroughs, and remediation efforts as needed

Identify control deficiencies or process inefficiencies and recommend improvements

Partner with the Finance leader on accounting projects, system implementations, and process enhancements

Build knowledge of public company accounting policies, disclosures, and reporting requirements

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and public company accounting requirements

Hands-on experience with General Ledger and Accounts Payable functions

Working knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit processes

Experience working with auditors in a public company environment

Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, AS400, Infor, or similar)

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail with a proactive and ownership-oriented mindset

High proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Good presentation and public speaking skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good conflict resolution skills and ability to deliver difficult messages

Ability to build partnerships at all levels within the company, begin to build partnerships externally

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 5 to 7 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CPA-track preferred.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.

COMPLEXITY: 

Work on problems of diverse scope and moderate impact where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors. Use best practices and knowledge of business strategy to solve complex problems; recommend solutions to business challenges. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Network with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

SUPERVISION: 

Receive minimal instruction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments.  May act as a resource to provide informal guidance for TSMs with less experience. Assignments can be broad in nature.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meets expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

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