Senior Accountant

Job Description: Senior Accountant

Location: [City, State / Remote]

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-driven, experienced, and analytical Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts, overseeing month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and mentoring junior accounting staff. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in GAAP/IFRS, advanced Excel skills, and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Month-End/Year-End Close: Lead and execute the full month-end and year-end close process, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.

• Reconciliations: Perform complex balance sheet, bank, and sub-ledger account reconciliations on a monthly basis, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.

• Financial Statements: Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement).

2. Compliance, Audit, & Tax

• Tax Preparation: Assist with corporate tax filings, sales tax returns, and other regulatory compliance requirements.

• Internal Controls: Ensure internal financial controls and procedures are strictly adhered to, recommending process improvements to strengthen the control environment.

• Audits: Act as a primary point of contact for external auditors, preparing schedules, documentation, and workpapers as requested.

3. Budgeting, Forecasting, & Analysis

• Variance Analysis: Conduct monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses, identifying cost-saving opportunities and operational inefficiencies.

• Financial Modeling: Support the Controller and CFO with ad-hoc financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and strategic business planning.

4. Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Mentorship: Provide guidance, training, and review to staff accountants and junior members of the finance team.

• Cross-Functional Support: Partner with departments across the organization (HR, Operations, Sales) to manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and expense management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Certification: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA designation preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 4 to 6 years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting mix or corporate accounting preferred).

  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS standards.

• Technical Skills:

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas).

  • Hands-on experience with major ERP and accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics).

  • Familiarity with payroll software and expense management tools (e.g., ADP, Gusto, Concur).

Key Competencies

• Analytical Mindset: Exceptional attention to detail with strong problem-solving and investigative skills.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

• Time Management: Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight reporting deadlines, and adapt in a changing environment.

• Integrity: High ethical standards regarding confidential financial data and corporate governance.

• It is a Full Time Accountant job for candidates with 4 - 6+ years Experience.