Senior Accountant

Company DescriptionFour Seasons Sales & Service is a leading full-service distributor for the indoor tanning industry. We provide everything needed to operate a successful tanning salon, from the latest tanning beds to premium lotions and sunless tanning products. With a commitment to excellence, we strive to deliver top-tier products and exceptional customer support to our clients. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Twitter for updates and industry news.Role DescriptionWe are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee general ledger integrity, financial reporting accuracy, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a strong working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls, and financial statement preparation.The ideal candidate is operationally strong, audit-comfortable, and capable of managing accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. CPA designation is not required; however, demonstrated GAAP expertise is essential. QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting preferred).5+ years of progressive accounting experience.Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.Experience with financial statement preparation.Experience working with external auditors.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).High level of discretion and professionalism.Preferred but not required:Public accounting background.Experience in multi-entity or parent-subsidiary structures. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Close ProcessOversee and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations.Maintain integrity of the general ledger.Prepare internal and external financial reports for management, parent entities, lenders, and stakeholders.Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.Compliance & AuditEnsure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and contractual requirements.Serve as primary liaison for external auditors during reviews and audits.Prepare audit workpapers and support documentation.Coordinate insurance audits (Workers Compensation & General Liability).Prepare property tax schedules, business licenses, and annual filings.Budgeting & Financial AnalysisAssist in preparation of annual and 5-year operating budgets.Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide actionable recommendations.Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis as requested.Conduct margin, sales, and customer profitability analysis.Operational Accounting OversightOversee accounts payable processes and expense approval controls.Assist with cash management and banking relationships.Reconcile payroll to general ledger.Prepare commission and rebate reporting.Support internal control improvements and process optimization.WORK ENVIRONMENT:This job operates in a temperature-controlled office environment. Casual dress attire. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Visual acuity, speech, hearing, and hand and eye coordination required. Manual dexterity required to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to long periods of sitting with repetitive use of hands, fingers, wrists. May occasionally lift product weighing up to 40 lbs., bend, stoop, and reach.