Sr. Accountant Maryland Heights, MO

Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract position. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage key close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and partner with stakeholders to keep reporting on track. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger work, along with hands-on proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee month-end accounting tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and financial activity is recorded accurately.
• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain complete and reliable general ledger records.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Review and complete bank reconciliations to support cash accuracy and reporting integrity.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to identify variances and support accurate financial statements.
• Use SAP to process accounting transactions, monitor records, and support reporting needs.
• Leverage Microsoft Excel to organize data, perform account analysis, and create supporting schedules.
• Assist with accounting-related process updates and operational changes as needed within the finance function.