Corporate Accountant

Job Description

Corporate Accountant

Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | Full-time
Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Cincinnati, Ohio that’s expanding its Shared Services team. 

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Accountant to support financial reporting, month-end close, SEC reporting, and corporate accounting activities within a publicly traded organization. Reporting to the Vice President of Accounting, this role works closely with Financial Reporting, Tax, and Finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and adherence to internal controls. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about accuracy, continuous improvement, and supporting complex financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, Proxy Statements, and other external financial filings.

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and monthly financial reporting packages.

• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and adherence to close deadlines.

• Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations using BlackLine or similar reconciliation software.

• Support the administration and accounting of lease accounting software and related reporting.

• Assist with accounting for equity compensation programs and other corporate accounting initiatives.

• Partner with Finance, Accounting, FP&A, and operational teams to gather financial data and support reporting requirements.

• Assist with tax-related initiatives, including tax provisions and income and sales tax return preparation.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors by preparing audit schedules and supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.

• Support compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and internal control requirements.

• Assist in identifying and remediating internal control deficiencies and ERP-related accounting issues.

• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives across the accounting organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Strong understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Experience supporting financial reporting and month-end close activities.

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict reporting deadlines.

• Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, Oracle, or similar platforms is preferred.

• Experience with BlackLine reconciliation software is a plus.

• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.

• Public accounting experience is a plus.

• Active CPA license and experience supporting publicly traded companies are preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented professional with exceptional accuracy and strong organizational skills.

• Collaborative team player who builds productive relationships across departments.

• Self-motivated, accountable, and willing to take ownership of responsibilities.

• Persistent, resilient, and adaptable in a fast-paced corporate environment.

• Curious and committed to continuous learning and process improvement.

• Hands-on professional with a strong work ethic and a willingness to tackle challenges at every level.

• Passionate about delivering high-quality financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.