Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

Reports to:

Controller

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Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the company’s financial records through direct ownership of day-to-day accounting activities. This is a hands-on role that actively performs the work, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in executing the month-end close process, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting financial reporting. This position is an individual contributor role best suited for someone who enjoys being directly involved in the details and taking ownership of their work.

Key Responsibilities: General Ledger & Close Execution

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other transactions
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and independently resolve discrepancies
• Own assigned areas of the general ledger and ensure accuracy and completeness
• Execute key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Maintain supporting schedules and ensure proper documentation for all entries

Financial Integrity & Analysis

• Research and resolve accounting issues through hands-on investigation
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across financial statements and supporting data
• Identify errors or inconsistencies and take initiative to correct them
• Analyze account activity and financial results, identifying and explaining variances

Compliance, Controls & Audit Support

• Maintain strong internal controls through accurate and consistent execution
• Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation during audits
• Maintain organized and complete audit trails
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and company accounting policies

Process Ownership & Improvement

• Take ownership of assigned processes and look for ways to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Identify process gaps and implement practical solutions
• Assist with system enhancements and accounting process improvements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)

• 5+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience

• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage Intacct preferred

• Strong experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis

Skills & Competencies

• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Working Conditions

• May require extended hours during month-end and year-end close