Senior Accountant

Overview

The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, forecasting and budgeting, and customer billing. They will be organized and approach each issue with an analytical mindset.

Senior Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and maintaining general ledger accuracy and preparing month-end close entries. A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles. Accuracy demonstrated in all reporting of information. The ideal candidate has also experience of collaborating and/or managing a small team of accountants.

• Produce and manage error-free accounting reports, general ledgers and present their results.
• Monthly review of SG & A accounts and variance to budget reporting.
• Review and manage daily cash position of the company.
• Monthly preparation of account reconciliations.
• Lead on month end billing process and month end close checklist.
• Preparation of month end journal entries.
• Provide input into the department’s goal setting process.
• Prepare monthly tax filings for a few locations.
• Review weekly AR aging reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen
• Mentor staff accountants and AP person.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Complete other duties or ad hoc requests as assigned by the Leader

This job description does not state nor imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to give all the details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.

This job description does not constitute an offer of continued employment or an employment contract.

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Advanced MS Excel skills including V-lookups and pivot tables
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant