Senior Accountant

Lead with Purpose. Partner with Impact.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing advanced accounting and financial analysis functions, such as preparing & posting journal entries, generating & maintaining various general ledger account reconciliations, performing medium-to-complex research/analyses, and serving as a team lead for escalations and projects.

• Perform complex accounting analysis to validate financial statements and identify potential errors. Delivers a variety of financial reports to communicate results and trends.
• Research accounting policy and formulate recommendations for processes and procedures.
• Manage and coordinate the financial and regulatory audits. Work with external auditors to resolve outstanding deliverables.
• Support M&A initiatives, including financial due diligence, transaction accounting assessments, and coordination of post-acquisition onboarding and integration activities
• Serve as the team lead on department projects. Investigate potential impacts, report findings to Management, and facilitate final recommendations.
• Develop and maintain appropriate schedules for accruals, amortization, and other accounting transactions. Automate and leverage technology when beneficial.
• Oversee, train, and review work completed by accounting staff. Serve as a resource for questions and escalations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field required. MBA, MAcc, or CPA preferred.
• 5+ years progressive experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience working in the financial services industry.

• Understanding of GAAP accounting principles and accounting policies & procedures
• Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan, prioritize, and conceptualize
• Proven ability to work independently to interpret in formation and identify problems/solutions
  
  Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as flexibility, creativity and the desire to innovate and design processes are highly preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and Word. Knowledge of Net Suite Accounting System or SQL is a plus
• Experience with Oracle Net Suite desired.