Senior Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant with 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. This role plays a key part in monthly close, financial reporting, payroll, payables and receivables oversight, compliance management, and continuous process improvement.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical depth with a service-oriented mindset and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Support monthly close, including balance sheet reconciliations and variance resolution
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages, including quarterly debt compliance certificates
• Manage accounts payable processes, vendor approvals, and expense system optimization
• Oversee invoicing and collections, leveraging ERP systems and client portals; monitor purchase order funding
• Assist with new client setup and required documentation submissions
• Partner with the Controller to manage shared accounting inboxes and ensure timely internal communication
• Run and oversee payroll processing for accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
• Manage multi-state registrations and compliance, including SUI accounts and payroll tax requirements
• Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Support benefits administration, including 401(k) reconciliations and audit support
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies
• Process and manage 1099 contractor payments and annual reporting
• Support annual financial statement audits and respond to auditor inquiries
• Provide cross-functional support across HR, Contracts, and Operations
• Continuously improve workflows, documentation, and accounting SOPs

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience (public or in-house)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with revenue and expense management
• Payroll processing and multi-state compliance experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to build, document, and improve processes
• High integrity and discretion handling sensitive information
• CPA is preferred but not required.

• ERP systems such as Sage Intacct or similar
• Invoicing portals and expense platforms
• Payroll/HRIS systems
• Workflow optimization and automation initiatives