Senior Accountant
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at Meriton. Bozeman · $90,000–$100,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Help complete monthly and year-end close, keeping financial results accurate and on schedule
- Prepare journal entries and accruals, and reconcile accounts plus balance sheet items monthly and quarterly
- Work out monthly sales commissions and send payroll the supporting reports
- Build internal financial statements and management reports, then explain trends and variances in the numbers
- Support financial, tax, insurance and banking audits, sales tax compliance, and improvements to accounting workflows
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
- At least four years working in accounting or financial reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and the other listed applications
- Strong GAAP knowledge, close attention to detail, and the ability to handle competing deadlines
Who this fits
This senior accounting position is primarily based in the Bozeman office; some work from home or another location may be arranged around project needs with your supervisor. You’ll work with the BU Controller and Accounting Manager, and travel by car or plane for events. CPA credentials and Microsoft D365 experience are preferred.
From the employer
Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build value—for our partners and our people.
If you’re looking to make an impact, we’re glad you’re here. At Meriton, you’ll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matter—every step of the way.
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Reports To: BU Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Bozeman, MT
Summary:
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting month‑end close, and strengthening our internal controls framework. The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Business Unit Controller and Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, deep understanding of GAAP, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast‑growing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support the monthly and year end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and maintain journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly and quarterly.
• Calculate and prepare monthly sales commission reports for payroll.
• Assist in preparing internal financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights into trends and variances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Support external audits (financial, tax, insurance, banking) and sales tax compliance.
• Collaborate with cross departmental teams to improve processes and financial workflows.
• Assist with special projects, system enhancements, and ad hoc reporting.
• Assists the leadership of the accounting team and other team members with various research projects and/or special projects
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Must conduct self in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times
• Must adhere to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
Competencies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information one-on-one and in group situations, and outside of the company.
• Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of variables in situations and with problems where only limited information or standardization exists
• Open and transparent with a strong work ethic as well as the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be a self-starter, independent, and strong organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines at any given time
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of accounting and/or financial reporting experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Teamwork oriented, working with all levels and departments of the organization.
• Experience with ERP, Microsoft D365 a plus
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The workplace is in a corporate office environment and the temperature in the work environment is usually moderate. The position’s primary office is the Bozeman, MT office; however, telework or work at home, on the road, or in a satellite location for portions of the workweek may occur, depending upon project needs and requirements in coordination with your direct supervisor and/or most senior leader of your department.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands 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 the individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
• Must be able to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday.
• Must be able to lift 15 – 20 lbs.
• Standing for long periods of time (4-5 hours) occasionally
• Must be able travel via plane or car to events
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $90,000–$100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
- Variable Compensation: Annual discretionary bonus opportunity of 10% tied to company and individual performance
- Health & Insurance Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA or FSA Accounts, and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employer Paid Coverage: These benefits are provided to all eligible full-time employees.
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability - Retirement: 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match and 5-year vesting schedule
- Paid Time Off: PTO, company-paid holidays, and volunteer time
- Professional Development: Paid training and advancement opportunities
- Benefits Eligibility: Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.