The Senior Accountant manages core U.S. accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance and the monthly close process. They also support global financial reporting and consolidation for international entities in Germany, Spain, and South Korea.
Senior Accountant
Location: Gilbert, AZ (Hybrid / Remote considered)
Department: Finance
Reports To: Controller
About Weider Global Nutrition
Weider Global Nutrition is a global leader in health and wellness products with operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team and play a key role in supporting our U.S. operations and global financial reporting processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys both hands-on accounting responsibilities and collaboration with international teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for executing core accounting functions for the U.S. business while supporting global financial reporting and consolidation activities. This role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial information, manages key aspects of the monthly close process, and supports accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger activities.
The ideal candidate is highly analytical, organized, and comfortable working across multiple business functions and international teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries and account reconciliations
- Execute month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis
- Support consolidation of financial results from international entities located in Germany, Spain, and South Korea
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages
- Support and oversee U.S. accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
- Monitor cash activity and perform cash reconciliations
- Review expense coding and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate significant variances
- Assist with contract reviews to evaluate accounting treatment and financial implications
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal control compliance
- Partner with external auditors and tax advisors during annual audits and tax preparation
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support business initiatives and financial reporting needs
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
- Experience supporting accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems
- Experience supporting multi-entity or international operations
- Public accounting experience is a plus
What You'll Bring
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- A collaborative approach and willingness to partner across departments and global teams
Why Join Weider Global Nutrition?
- Opportunity to work with an established global organization
- Exposure to international accounting and financial reporting
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
- Meaningful impact on business operations and decision-making
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
If you are looking to take the next step in your accounting career and want to contribute to a growing global organization, we'd love to hear from you.