Teknor Apex Company · 1 hour ago
Senior Accountant
Teknor Apex Company is an international custom compounder with a rich history dating back to 1924. The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial reporting, overseeing complex accounting activities, and mentoring Staff Accountants while driving process improvements and maintaining internal controls.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Oversee complex bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues promptly
Ensure compliance with GAAP by maintaining the accuracy and completeness of assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, while taking ownership of high-complexity accounting areas such as consolidations, intercompany eliminations, revenue recognition, and fringe benefits
Coordinate and execute the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established reporting timelines
Prepare and distribute management financial reports and financial statements, including detailed commentary and required disclosures
Develop, implement, and maintain Internal Controls, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements
Partner with functional leaders to support accurate financial reporting and provide guidance on the accounting treatment of non-recurring and complex transactions
Collaborate closely with external auditors, preparing audit schedules, providing supporting documentation, and addressing audit inquiries in a timely and thorough manner
Support the development of Staff Accountants through training, review, and approval of analyses, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal controls, ensuring adherence to compliance and reporting standards
Prepare and ensure timely filing of census, statutory, and regulatory reports in accordance with applicable requirements
Lead or participate in projects related to accounting updates, including the adoption of new GAAP standards and changes to accounting policies, processes, and procedures
Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and lead process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and special projects impacting compliance, efficiency, and financial reporting accuracy
Travel to plant locations is expected up to 10%
Qualification
Required
Minimum of four years of general accounting experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, financial reporting, and Business Intelligence tools
Experience supporting audits and financial statement preparation
Understanding of US GAAP and, increasingly, IFRS, and the ability to correctly apply their measurement and reporting guidance
Ability to exercise substantial judgment and work with limited supervision
High degree of analytic ability and inductive thinking to support new or more technically complex problems
Successful candidates demonstrate leadership, analytical strength, cross-functional communication, and ability to manage complex tasks and drive improvements
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree in Accounting is desirable
CMA, CPA, or equivalent preferred
Public accounting or manufacturing experience is a plus
Company
Teknor Apex Company
For over a century, Teknor Apex has been a trusted global leader in material science - engineering high-performance solutions that shape everyday life.
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2025-10-23
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