Senior Accountant

Description Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Columbia, MD.

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, analyzing results, and strengthening accounting processes and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain accurate financial records and ensure financial transactions are properly recorded
* Prepare and post journal entries and general ledger adjustments
* Maintain general ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger
* Prepare complex balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports
* Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for asset and liability accounts
* Research and resolve account discrepancies in a timely manner
* Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
* Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
* Analyze operating expenses and explain significant variances against budget
* Analyze costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to support financial planning and decision-making
* Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and business processes
* Support and strengthen internal controls and financial reporting processes
* Assist with audit requests and prepare supporting documentation
* Provide guidance and support to junior accounting team members as needed
* Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* Previous general ledger and financial reporting experience
* Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
* Experience preparing financial statements and journal entries
* Strong balance sheet and account reconciliation experience
* Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
* Experience analyzing budget-to-actual variances
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills
* The ideal candidate has strong accounting fundamentals, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to independently research and resolve financial discrepancies
* Problem-solving abilities
* Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

* CPA or progress toward CPA certification
* Experience supporting internal or external audits
* Experience with ERP or financial accounting systems
* Experience developing or improving internal controls and accounting procedures
* Previous experience mentoring or guiding junior accountants

Key

Competencies:

* General Ledger Accounting
* Financial Reporting
* Balance Sheet Reconciliations
* Journal Entries
* Month-End Close
* Financial Statement Preparation
* Variance Analysis
* GAAP* Internal Controls
* Budget Analysis
* Audit Support
* Process Improvement Job Type Contract Compensation
40 - $50