Senior Accountant

Job description Wald Manufacturing Inc is a growing organization seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple small, family-owned companies. This role is both hands-on and supervisory—you will complete certain transactional work while managing and reviewing the work of bookkeepers and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting across several accounting platforms. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure, improving processes, and keeping multiple moving parts organized in a growing, multi-entity business environment. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Accounting (Hands-On) Post and review journal entries and adjustments Oversee bank and credit card reconciliations Review AP/AR activity for accuracy and proper coding Perform and review daily, monthly, and annual accounting transactions when needed Team Management & Oversight Manage, train, and oversee bookkeepers across multiple companies Assign work, set deadlines, and ensure consistent accounting standards Review bookkeeper work for accuracy and completeness Create and enforce procedures, checklists, and internal controls Hold team members accountable to timelines and quality expectations Financial Oversight & Reporting Ensure accurate monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) Coordinate reporting across multiple companies Identify discrepancies, trends, and risks and escalate as needed Prepare management reports for ownership Support year-end close and coordination with CPAs/tax professionals Systems & Process Management Oversee accounting across multiple software platforms (QuickBooks Desktop/Online, POS systems, inventory management systems, manufacturing MRP) Improve workflows, documentation, and automation where possible Maintain chart-of-accounts consistency across entities Required Qualifications 5+ years of progressive accounting experience Prior experience managing or reviewing the work of bookkeepers Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting Experience working with multiple companies or entities simultaneously High attention to detail with the ability to see the "big picture" Comfortable working in more than one accounting software Strong organizational and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online Experience with inventory-based businesses, manufacturing, retail, or multi-location operations Process-improvement or cleanup experience Prior Accounting Manager or Senior Accountant role Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Health insurance PTO and holiday pay 401k Long-term growth opportunity for the right person