Description

Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Roanoke, VA
Compensation: $54,065.14 - $90,108.57

Position Summary
Optical Cable Corporation (OCC) is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations, period-end financial reporting, and tax compliance activities. This role will perform a variety of accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial workpapers, tax-related reporting, and support for payroll and benefit-related accounting matters.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working collaboratively, solving problems, and contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting in a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned tax returns, tax-related schedules, and reports in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist the Tax Manager with payroll-related accounting activities, including review of payroll and benefit submissions.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Develop and maintain monthly and quarterly financial workpapers.
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies as needed.
• Complete assigned period-end closing activities to support timely financial reporting.
• Compile and analyze financial data for daily, period-end, and ad hoc reporting needs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential financial records and information.
• Communicate effectively with employees across all levels of the organization regarding financial matters.
• Support OCC’s commitment to service excellence, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of tax accounting or general accounting experience preferred.
• Experience working in a complex, multi-entity accounting environment preferred.
• CPA license or active CPA candidate status preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance requirements.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with payroll or accounting systems preferred.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and maintain accurate financial data.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and proprietary information.

Work Environment & Requirements
This position is primarily sedentary and requires regular computer use, keyboarding, and communication with employees and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This position supports work contracted by the U.S. government and/or other federal agencies. As a result, candidates must be able to provide valid documentation establishing U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.

About Optical Cable Corporation
OCC offers a positive work environment driven by our 15 Essential Points of Success, which define how we operate and reflect our commitment to our employees, customers, and community.

We offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance options, including critical illness and accident coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Wireless discounts
• Identity theft protection and other security benefits
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules

Compensation Information
The posted compensation range reflects the established base salary range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, and business needs. New hires are typically placed below the midpoint of the range. Additional compensation opportunities may include applicable shift differentials, skill premiums, or other eligible incentives.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of tax accounting or general accounting experience preferred.
• Experience working in a complex, multi-entity accounting environment preferred.
• CPA license or active CPA candidate status preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance requirements.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with payroll or accounting systems preferred.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and maintain accurate financial data.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and proprietary information.

Work Environment & Requirements
This position is primarily sedentary and requires regular computer use, keyboarding, and communication with employees and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This position supports work contracted by the U.S. government and/or other federal agencies. As a result, candidates must be able to provide valid documentation establishing U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.