Senior Accountant: Close Leader, GAAP Expert Mentor

• Prepare and review complex journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses.

• Lead portions of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

• Provide guidance and review work prepared by Staff Accountants.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.

• Research technical accounting issues and assist with policy implementation.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support automation initiatives.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues.

• Lead and contribute to special projects and system enhancements as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and ability to apply accounting principles to complex transactions.
• Proficiency in ERP and reporting systems, with advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and mentor junior staff.
• Effective communication skills and cross-functional collaboration experience.

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Hard Skills

• journal entries
• reconciliations
• variance analyses
• GAAP
• accounting principles
• ERP systems
• reporting systems
• Excel
• analytical skills
• problem-solving

Soft Skills

• attention to detail
• independence
• time management
• mentoring
• effective communication
• cross-functional collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance
• CPA