Senior Accountant

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Baltimore, MD, USA
In-Office
76K-104K Annually
Senior level
Other • Transportation
The Role
Support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities, prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations and balance sheet reviews, conduct financial analysis and quarterly reporting, drive process improvements (including AI-enabled solutions), mentor staff accountants, and collaborate with Shared Services, Treasury, and FP&A to strengthen controls and financial reporting.
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Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will support the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the organization’s financial reporting processes. You will contribute to the successful execution of month-end and quarter-end close activities, financial analysis, reconciliations, and continuous process improvement initiatives while partnering across functions to support business objectives and operational effectiveness. You will also provide guidance to Staff Accountants and collaborate with Finance and business partners to strengthen financial reporting and controls.

What You’ll Do

  • Prepare and record month-end close activities by completing journal entries, validating supporting documentation, and ensuring transactions are accurately reflected in the general ledger to support timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews by investigating variances, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining supporting schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records.
  • Conduct analytical reviews and financial analysis by evaluating trends, fluctuations, and financial results to identify risks, provide insights, and support management decision-making.
  • Support quarterly reporting and disclosure requirements by preparing schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation to facilitate accurate and compliant external and internal reporting.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives and leverage emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, improve data quality, and streamline accounting processes.
  • Mentor and support Staff Accountants by providing guidance, reviewing work as needed, sharing technical knowledge, and promoting consistency and accuracy in accounting activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Shared Services, Treasury, FP&A, and other business partners to support financial processes, resolve issues, and ensure alignment of financial information across the organization.

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience performing at a Senior Accountant level or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and reporting activities.
  • Passed one or more sections of the CPA examination, or actively pursuing CPA certification.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA designation or active progress toward completion of the CPA program.
  • Experience working in a complex, multi-entity, or publicly traded environment.
  • Experience utilizing financial systems, automation tools, or AI-enabled process improvement solutions.

Location 10200 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD

Compensation

The hiring base salary range for this position is $75,500 - $103,840 annually. This range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the expected base salary at the time of posting. Salary ranges may vary based on the geographic location where the work is performed. The salary range listed in this posting applies only to the location identified. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including the successful candidate's qualifications, knowledge, skills, experience, internal pay equity, and relevant market data. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in annual incentive programs, including bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, as applicable to the role. Element also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans.

What’s in it for You
•  A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
•  Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
•  Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
 

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to [email protected] or call (800) 665-9744. Element Fleet Management also uses AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess applications. These tools analyze information you provide (for example, your rēsumē and screening responses) to identify job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. AI outputs do not by themselves determine whether you advance or receive an offer – they assist recruiters and hiring managers. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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Skills Required

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience performing at a Senior Accountant level or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and reporting activities
  • Passed one or more sections of the CPA examination, or actively pursuing CPA certification
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited university
  • CPA designation or active progress toward completion of the CPA program
  • Experience working in a complex, multi-entity, or publicly traded environment
  • Experience utilizing financial systems, automation tools, or AI-enabled process improvement solutions
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The Company
HQ: Toronto
1,862 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Element Fleet Management (TSX: EFN) is the leading global fleet management company, providing world-class management services and financing for commercial vehicle and equipment fleets. Our suite of fleet management services span the total fleet lifecycle, from acquisition and financing to program management and remarketing – helping customers optimize performance and improve productivity.

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