Sr. Accountant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support critical accounting operations for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Salem, Oregon. This role will focus on year-end audit readiness, balance sheet reconciliation work, and general ledger accuracy in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across balance sheet and general ledger accounts.

- Support year-end close activities by reviewing financial records, posting adjustments, and maintaining accurate documentation.

- Assist with audit preparation by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and ensuring supporting records are complete.

- Create and post journal entries as needed to maintain accurate financial reporting.

- Perform bank and other key account reconciliations to strengthen the overall close process.

- Help identify and address accounting issues tied to recent changes in the financial system and chart of accounts.

- Analyze general ledger activity to improve accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.

Requirements

- Strong experience in senior-level accounting work, including general ledger management and month-end close activities.

- Proven ability to complete account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, with a high degree of accuracy.

- Hands-on experience preparing records and schedules for external audit review.

- Proficiency in journal entry preparation and financial data analysis.

- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for reconciliations, analysis, and reporting.

- Government accounting experience is preferred, but not required

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