Senior Accountant
Senior Accountant
Our Client - Accounting company
- Remote
Job description
Senior Accountant
Fully Remote
Full-time
CST preferred, but not required
Salary range: 90K - 108K with a 10% bonus
Opportunity Overview
The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the companies' financial records by leading key accounting processes, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, cash management, and regulatory compliance.
This role plays a critical part in the monthly close process while partnering closely with the Controller to improve accounting processes and maintain strong internal controls.
The Senior Accountant serves as a technical accounting resource for the department and provides guidance and review of accounting activities performed by Staff
Accountants. This position reports to the Controller.
Essential Responsibilities
General Ledger Accounting
Prepare and review journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through timely account analysis and
reconciliations.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate unusual balances or
reconciling items.
Maintain the fixed asset subledger and prepare depreciation entries.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
Ensure accounting transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and
company accounting policies.
Financial Close
Prepare and review month-end journal entries and supporting documentation.
Complete assigned account reconciliations within established close timelines.
Analyze financial results and investigate material variances.
Support continuous improvements to the monthly close process.
Cash Management
Review vendor payment batches prior to processing.
Process EFT and ACH payment files.
Assist with cash forecasting support by ensuring timely recording of cash activity.
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare annual 1099 reporting.
Assist with sales tax and other required regulatory filings.
Support internal and external audit requests.
Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting.
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, accuracy, and efficiency.
Recommend automation opportunities and process enhancements.
Assist with system implementations and accounting process improvements as
needed.
Team Collaboration
Provide guidance and technical support to Staff Accountants.
Review work completed by junior accounting staff for completeness and accuracy.
Partner with departments across the organization to resolve accounting issues.
Ad-hoc Projects
Support the Controller with special projects, system implementations, and other strategic finance initiatives.
To Be Successful in This Role, You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA preferred
4–7 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Experience preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with NetSuite preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have U.S. residency at the time of application.
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