Senior GL Accountant

About Us

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.
 

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

Senior GL Accountant

Primary Role:

• As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the bookkeeping and account reconciliations of one large entity or several smaller entities. Your expertise will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Functions:

• Journal Entries: Post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, deferred income, and payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (30%).
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring all financial data is accurate and up-to-date (30%).
• Financial Analysis: Analyze P&L and Balance Sheet to identify posting errors, verify adequate accruals, and ensure the correct application of accounting rules (30%).
• Support for Controllers: Provide and analyze data to assist controllers in decision-making and financial reporting (20%).

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in Accounting, with a focus on General Ledger (GL). Experience with SAP is advantageous.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices. Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Not required, but relevant certifications in accounting or finance are a plus.

Travel Requirement:

• Minimal, with occasional travel for work-related tasks or meetings.

General Work Environment:

• You will thrive in a team-oriented environment, where excellent communication skills are essential. The role demands the ability to work under tight deadlines, balancing multiple priorities effectively.

Skills:

• Proactive & Goal-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to work independently, set goals, and achieve them efficiently.
• Training & Mentorship: Ability to guide and train less experienced colleagues, sharing your expertise to build team capabilities.
• Analytical & Organizational Skills: Strong analytical skills to assess financial data, along with exceptional organizational skills to manage tasks effectively.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in all tasks, with a keen eye for detail to ensure the integrity of financial information.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis our greatest asset are our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.