Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves handling complex accounting tasks, preparing detailed financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare schedules, journal entries, budgets, financial statements, and analytical reports with accuracy and attention to detail.

- Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure timely completion of account reconciliations.

- Analyze financial and statistical data, including budget variances, labor costs, and revenue trends.

- Maintain detailed accounting records related to payroll, investments, capital projects, grants, and inventory.

- Implement new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and ensure compliance with their requirements.

- Oversee monthly activity postings, reconciliations, and updates related to leases and subscription-based IT arrangements.

- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate entry of lease contracts into accounting software.

- Provide recommendations for improving accounting systems and contribute to their implementation.

- Act as a liaison between the accounting department and other organizational units to facilitate effective communication.

- Mentor and guide team members on accounting principles and practices. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience.

- Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and familiarity with GASB standards.

- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial data to produce accurate reports.

- Experience in month-end close processes, journal entries, and general ledger management.

- Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts and prepare financial statements.

- Solid planning and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.

- Capability to work independently while applying sound judgment and initiative.

- Knowledge of federal regulations and accounting compliance standards.

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