Senior Accountant

Overview

THE ROLE

 

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  

                                                                                                                        

The Position: The Senior Accountant is responsible for full ownership of the general ledger and financial reporting for two assigned manufacturing locations. This role partners closely with plant leadership, operations, engineering, and supply chain to ensure accurate product costing, margin analysis, and financial visibility across the business. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, operational mindset and the ability to thrive in a multi-facility manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

 

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for assigned plants
• Prepare accurate financial statements and supporting schedules
• Analyze variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year
• Prepare management reporting packages with clear commentary on performance drivers
• Coordinate year-end reporting requirements and support external audit processes

Cost Accounting & Operational Partnership

• Perform detailed product costing and margin analysis
• Analyze labor, material, and overhead variances

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Collaborate with plant leadership to model cost drivers and volume assumptions

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain and strengthen internal control structure across plant operations
• Monitor expense activity and ensure proper accruals and cut-off procedures
• Safeguard company assets through inventory oversight and reconciliation
• Assist with physical inventory observation at year end

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize ERP system (JDE or similar) to drive reporting accuracy
• Leverage advanced Excel skills to improve reporting efficiency
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance financial visibility within PowerBI
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting function

• Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• Experience: 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or public accounting
  • CPA preferred but not required
• Skills: Strong understanding of cost accounting principles
  • Experience with ERP systems (JDE preferred)
  • Advanced Excel proficiency
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Travel: Willingness to travel 10–15% domestically

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close and distance vision.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

 

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

 

WHY WORK FOR US?

 

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what