Senior Accountant
Air Liquid Systems LLC
Job description
Company Overview
Responsible Entities
ALSI is a dynamic organization dedicated to engineering and manufacturing cutting-edge air and liquid filtration and separation systems. Established in 2002 to cater to the industrial manufacturing and paint finishing sectors, ALSI has evolved into a robust entity, leveraging our expertise as an engineered solutions provider to enhance processes across diverse industries.
Steri Technologies was founded in 1988 and specializes in meeting stringent filtration needs of the Chemical and Pharmaceutical industry. Since inception, Steri products have been installed at hundreds of locations worldwide. Steri is well known for offering its customers USA-made premium quality filtration products that provide a high degree of customization and flexibility. Steri also offers USA-based spare parts stocking and a rental program to meet short term demands.
Future Acquisitions
Role Overview: This is a dynamic senior-level accounting role supporting multiple locations. The Senior Accountant will serve as a key business partner and the right hand to the Controller and VP of Finance, taking ownership of higher level accounting and reporting activities across both companies. This position will play a significant role in percent-of-completion (POC) project accounting, month-end close, weekly dashboard and management reporting, higher-difficulty reconciliations, audit support, payroll journal entries, and the processing and collection around customer invoices. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, a proactive mindset, and the ability to balance priorities across a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
Responsibilities:
Percent-of-Completion Project Accounting (Approximately 30%):
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Own and support percent-of-completion (POC) accounting across ALSI and Steri projects, including project setup, maintenance, and closeout within the ERP system.
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Generate and analyze project reporting on a weekly and month-end basis, ensuring timely and accurate financial visibility.
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Monitor project progress against milestones and proactively trigger and validate milestone billing within the ERP.
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Partner with operations and finance leadership to track project performance, manage costs, and ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with POC principles.
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Review project financials for accuracy and completeness, identifying risks, variances, and required adjustments.
Accounts Receivable - Collections, Invoicing, and Cash Application (Approximately 25%)
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Own and support AR collections activities, including customer follow-up, past-due balance review, and escalation of collection concerns as needed.
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Prepare and process customer invoices in accordance with contract terms, project milestones, and company procedures.
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Support AR cash application by applying customer payments accurately and timely, researching short pays, unapplied cash, and payment discrepancies.
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Coordinate with internal teams to resolve billing, collection, and payment questions.
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Maintain clear documentation of collection activity, billing issues, and customer communication.
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Help improve AR processes to support timely invoicing, stronger cash flow, and accurate customer account balances.
Reporting, Reconciliations, and Month-End Close (Approximately 25%):
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Prepare and distribute weekly dashboard and management reporting to support business decision-making for both companies.
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Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries and analysis of results.
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Prepare higher-difficulty balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or unusual activity.
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Prepare payroll journal entries and ensure related entries are recorded accurately and timely.
Audit, and Ad Hoc Support (Approximately 20%):
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Assist with external audit requests and provide schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as needed.
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Work closely with the Controller and VP of Finance on special projects, financial analysis, and miscellaneous ad hoc requests.
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Recommend process improvements and help strengthen financial controls, reporting accuracy, and overall efficiency.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
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Minimum 4-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
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Public accounting experience strongly preferred but not required.
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Strong understanding of accounting principles, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
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Experience supporting percent-of-completion accounting and project-based environments strongly preferred but not required.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
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Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively across functions.
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Strong communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
Schedule: Hybrid role, allowing for some remote work.
Location: Rochester, MI (with support for Bohemia, NY operations and future acquisition locations). Occasional travel will be required.
ALSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- This job description outlines the primary duties and requirements for the role of the Senior Accountant and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Benefits:
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401(k)
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401(k) matching
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Dental insurance
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Health insurance
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Paid time off
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Tuition reimbursement
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Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
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Are you willing to travel up to 10%?
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Please rate your proficiency with Excel including Vlookup, Pivots & IF formulas on a scale of 1-10 (10 being highest).
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
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Public accounting: 4 years (Preferred)
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Percent of Completion Accounting: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (Required)
Work Location: In person