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Senior Accountant

Wurth Industry US, Roanoke, VA, United States


Position Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing month‑end close activities, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing internal and external reports, and performing detailed financial analyses. This role ensures the accuracy of financial data and provides critical insights and reporting to support business operations and decision‑making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain the Fixed Asset ledger, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation/amortization schedules.

Ensure asset records and registrations are accurate, complete, and up to date.

Oversee monthly lease accounting calculations and related journal entries.

Lead the preparation and filing of property tax, business license, and other compliance‑related documentation.

Manage the month‑end close process, including journal entries and invoice management.

Maintain accurate accounting records in the local ERP system and prepare reports for corporate uploads.

Process and review general ledger and journal entries.

Reconcile subledgers such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Inventory.

Prepare and submit annual sustainability reports.

Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses and accruals.

Perform data analysis and prepare data‑driven reports, graphs, and dashboards for business stakeholders.

Reconcile and review bank accounts and petty cash balances regularly.

Support the annual budgeting process and prepare periodic reports to monitor budget compliance.

Prepare and review internal monthly and annual financial statements.

Coordinate and respond to information requests from external auditors.

Assist in the sales tax compliance process.

Education, Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field required.

Minimum of 3+ years of accounting/finance experience in a business environment.

Experience with audit processes preferred.

Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred).

Knowledge of international accounting standards and reporting practices is a plus.

High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

Strong teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.

Ability to prepare, interpret, and analyze financial reports.

Fluency in German is a plus.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong root cause analysis and problem‑solving abilities.

Passion for developing and mentoring others.

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow through on commitments.

Capable of managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced skills in Excel.

The Wurth Difference

Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry

Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention

Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly

Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth

Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service

Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service

Health benefits and programs – medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more

Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability

Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service

10 paid holidays

Find Out More About Our Company Culture

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EEOC Statement
The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

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