Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Buffalo, New York. This position plays a key role in managing core accounting operations, supporting accurate financial reporting, and helping maintain strong financial controls across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to payroll, payables, receivables, and month-end processes while contributing to budgeting, cash flow planning, and ongoing operational support.

Responsibilities:

- Manage payroll activities by reviewing time records, validating reported hours, and coordinating accurate processing through payroll platforms such as Paychex.

- Direct accounts receivable and accounts payable operations, including billing, disbursements, and collection follow-up to help maintain healthy cash flow.

- Record and maintain financial information in company systems and spreadsheets with a high level of accuracy and organization.

- Prepare annual budgets, support cash forecasting efforts, and analyze results against financial targets to assist leadership in decision-making.

- Strengthen accounting procedures by implementing and maintaining internal controls that protect company assets and align with generally accepted accounting principles.

- Review financial activities for adherence to company standards, established procedures, and applicable industry expectations.

- Investigate and resolve billing issues, payment questions, and discrepancies connected to customer transactions.

- Lead, coach, and assess accounting support team members to promote efficiency, accuracy, and skill development.

- Provide administrative and project-based support to leadership as business needs arise. Requirements - 5+ years of accounting experience in a senior-level or progressively responsible accounting role.

- Strong knowledge of month-end close activities, general ledger management, and preparation of journal entries.

- Experience performing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with close attention to detail.

- Familiarity with payroll processing and working within accounting and payroll systems such as Quick Books, Excel, and Paychex.

- Solid understanding of budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial performance analysis.

- Knowledge of internal controls and accounting practices that support compliance with GAAP.

- Proven ability to identify discrepancies, solve problems effectively, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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