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Senior Accountant, General Ledger and Financial Reporting

Job in Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78716, USA
Listing for: LHH
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Accountant, General Ledger and Financial Reporting

Location: Hybrid

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support financial statement preparation and complex general ledger activities within a large, established accounting organization. This is a hands‑on, technically focused role for someone who understands how complex accounting topics impact the financial statements and can apply sound judgment in a regulated environment.

This role is well suited for an accountant who values accuracy, clarity, and thoughtful analysis and who can adapt as priorities shift.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Prepare and review complex journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Work with accounting areas such as debt, bond activity, pensions, and long‑term obligations
  • Apply and interpret accounting standards, with strong preference for GASB experience
  • Research accounting guidance and support practical implementation
  • Analyze variances and clearly communicate conclusions
  • Assist with audits, documentation, and auditor requests
  • Contribute to MD&A support as needed
  • Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation
  • Serve as a technical resource and mentor to other accountants
Qualifications
  • Approximately 9 or more years of accounting experience preferred
  • Candidates with 7 or more years may be considered if CPA with governmental accounting experience
  • Strong general accounting and financial statement background
  • Experience in governmental, utility, or other regulated environments preferred
  • Experience with debt, bonds, or pension accounting strongly preferred
  • Background in large, complex organizations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt quickly and exercise sound judgment
  • Experience with People Soft, Workiva, or similar systems a plus
Work Environment and Benefits Additional Notes

If you'd like to be a part of a stable organization that offers excellent work life balance but also growth opportunities, please reach out or apply today!

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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