Senior Accountant at Nortek Data Center Cooling in Oklahoma City, OK

Senior Accountant

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Nortek Data Center Cooling

Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running — from liquid cooling to large‑scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world’s most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution.

We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving.

Our culture is hands‑on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you’ll feel at home.

With the backing of Madison Air, we have the scale, stability, and manufacturing footprint to support complex, high‑growth programs.

Nortek Data Center Cooling. is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nortek Data Center Cooling offers comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HAS and 401(k) Plan with company contributions. To apply, please visit our career site at www.nortekdatacenter.com/careers.

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of Nortek Data Center Cooling through accurate accounting, reporting, analysis, and controls. Reporting to the Controller, this role will assist in maintaining the integrity of financial records, supporting monthly close processes, preparing reconciliations, monitoring operational and project costs, and providing financial insights that support business decision-making.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with finance, operations, procurement, and manufacturing teams in a growing, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation.
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
• Support financial statement preparation and reporting activities.
• Assist with accounting schedules and month-end reporting packages.

Accruals & Prepaid Expenses

• Prepare, review, and reconcile accrued expense and prepaid expense accounts as part of the monthly close process.
• Analyze open purchase orders, uninvoiced receipts, recurring expenses, and other available information to identify complete and accurate accruals.
• Maintain detailed prepaid expense schedules and ensure timely and accurate amortization in accordance with the underlying service periods.
• Prepare and support monthly journal entries for accruals, accrual reversals, prepaid additions, and amortization.

Fixed Asset Management

• Maintain fixed asset records, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare fixed asset journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Track acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation activity.
• Support physical inventory counts and fixed asset audits.
• Investigate and resolve fixed asset variances.

Project Accounting & Cost Analysis

• Perform job cost analysis and monitor project-related expenditures.
• Analyze labor and manufacturing costs and prepare labor spending reports by cost center.
• Support operational leaders with financial reporting and cost visibility.
• Assist in identifying cost trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Partner with Finance and Operations teams to improve cost tracking and reporting accuracy.

Cash Management & Working Capital Support

• Process and record daily cash and bank-related transactions.
• Monitor bank activity and support accurate reporting of daily cash positions.
• Prepare bank and cash account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Support short-term cash forecasting by coordinating expected cash inflows and outflows with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Monitor significant or unusual cash transactions and ensure appropriate accounting treatment and supporting documentation.
• Prepare cash-related journal entries and support month-end close activities.
• Assist with working capital reporting and other cash-related analysis as needed.

Audit, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with documentation requests and audit preparation.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance function.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and the accounting cycle.
• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Preferred

• Public accounting experience.
• Manufacturing or industrial business experience.
• Experience with project accounting, job costing, or cost accounting.
• Experience supporting audits and financial compliance activities.
• Experience working within an ERP-driven environment.

Why Join Nortek DCC

• Play an important role on a growing team
• Contribute to a company helping power the next generation of AI‑ready data centers
• Work in an environment with meaningful growth opportunities