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IDEX Senior Accountant in Portage, Michigan
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.
With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the organization’s financial integrity, reporting accuracy, and strategic decision-making. This role partners closely with leadership to deliver insightful financial analysis, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and continuously improve accounting processes. The Senior Accountant will also provide mentorship to junior staff and play a hands-on role in strengthening the overall accounting function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare, review, and analyze complex financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and communicate insights to management
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in collaboration with leadership
General Ledger & Close
Oversee general ledger activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Perform and review complex account reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies
Play a lead role in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met
Leadership & Oversight
Mentor and support junior accounting staff, promoting professional development and accountability
Review work prepared by others to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to GAAP
Partner with the accounting team to maintain efficient workflows and strong internal controls
Compliance & Audit
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
Lead preparation of audit schedules and serve as a key contact for internal and external auditors
Respond to audit inquiries and support resolution of findings
Process Improvement & Systems
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance controls
Support improvements to accounting systems, workflows, and reporting tools
Leverage ERP systems and advanced Excel capabilities to optimize reporting and analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial insight and support business initiatives
Contribute accounting expertise to cross-functional projects and strategic discussions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level responsibilities
CPA strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy
Demonstrated ability to mentor others and work collaboratively
Strong communication, problem-solving, and process improvement mindset
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Family: Finance
Business Unit: Micro-LAM