CFS · 11 hours ago
Senior Accountant
CFS is a high-growth manufacturing company seeking a Senior Accountant to focus on Audit and IPO Readiness. The role involves translating complex guidance into practical steps, partnering with the accounting team, and ensuring internal controls meet public-company standards.
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Responsibilities
Audit coordination: serves as the point person for external auditors—owning PBC lists, walkthroughs, and timely responses while reducing audit friction
Technical accounting memos: Research, write, and review GAAP/SEC memos on revenue, leases, stock comp, impairments, and other judgment areas, ensuring documentation is thorough and decision-ready
Policy and controls: design and refine accounting policies, align internal controls to SOX expectations, and partner with the accounting team to operationalize them
Internal presentations: Turn technical topics into clear, visual presentations for leadership and cross-functional partners—making the 'why' behind the guidance easy to understand
Process improvement: Identify bottlenecks, automate repeatable tasks, and create checklists and templates that raise consistency and speed across monthly and quarterly close
IPO/public readiness: Support readiness assessments, gap remediation, and the discipline required for life as a public company
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years in public accounting (Big 4 or large regional ideal) with direct technical audit experience
In-depth knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX-aligned controls
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel
Senior Technical Accountant who can simplify complexity, write crisply, and present confidently to internal stakeholders
Detail-driven, calm under deadlines, collaborative, and energized by building scalable processes in a fast-paced setting
Preferred
CPA strongly preferred
manufacturing or capital-intensive environments a plus
Benefits
Competitive pay with onsite presence and hybrid flexibility