Sr. Accountant

Description Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet (

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) , is a leading supplier of high-quality flower seeds and non-GMO vegetable seeds to the gardening industry. At Central, we believe home is at the center of life—and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy, healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China, and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more. We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team in Norton, MA. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys ownership, visibility, and continuous improvement in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is exempt and has a salary range of $70,000 to $85,000 per year, based on experience. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial reporting. You will own core general ledger activities, support monthly close and external reporting, and actively contribute to strengthening internal controls and financial processes. This role offers meaningful exposure to SOX compliance, audits, corporate reporting, and manufacturing accounting, with opportunities to broaden your skill set and grow within a publicly traded organization. Core Responsibilities Perform monthly closing activities, including analysis of accounts and preparation of complex journal entries Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet and income statement reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness Perform analytical reviews to identify trends, variances, and potential issues Coordinate with internal and external auditors and prepare audit documentation Support quarterly and annual reporting, including schedules for Forms 10-Q and 10-K Support standard costing procedures and related variance analysis Evaluate existing financial processes and make recommendations for improvements Ensure timely and accurate sales tax filings and registrations Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as requested by leadership Ideal Attributes Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 4+ years' experience in general ledger accounting required Manufacturing industry or public experience a plus Advanced Excel skills Experience with Sage or comparable ERP system a plus Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Eagerness to learn and grow with a curious mindset Benefits Package and Employee Programs Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus! Paid time off and Holidays Employee Assistance Program Access to thousands of free online courses Access to on-demand pay At Central Garden & Pet (

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CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.