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Senior Accountant (1735)

The Senior  Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company’s general ledger. This role involves a variety of tasks, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, financial statement preparation, and adherence to accounting standards. 

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and post journal entries for various transactions, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends and anomalies.
  • Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other relevant accounting standards.
  • Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
  • Manage fixed assets via CPA firm
  • Collaborate with other departments to gather necessary information for financial reporting.
  • Special Projects as Needed:
    • System process improvements
    • Create Standard Operating Procedures
    • Help create efficiency

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in general ledger accounting
  • Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Balance sheet reconciliation experience
  • Proficiency in ERP software (JDE experience a plus)
  • High level Microsoft Excel skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Solid organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Desire to grow into a leadership role within the team by managing 1-2 team members in the future
Base salary range $80-110k plus great benefits!
Hybrid work environment

  • Max. file size: 300 MB.
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